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Ride On Bus to Resume Collecting Fares One Week From Today, Monday, Aug. 1, with New Rate Set at $1

Published July 25, 2022 at 8:28AM

The one-way pre-pandemic fare was $2 per ride. Monthly passes, which were $45 per rider prior to the health crisis, will be $22.50 starting Aug. 1. The new fares were supported by County Executive Marc Elrich and approved by the County Council in May.

County bus fares will be free for seniors (age 65 and older), persons with disabilities and youth under 19 (older if still in high school). Specialized SmartTrip cards are needed and can be obtained through the MCDOT Mobile Commuter Store, Silver Spring TRiPS Commuter Store, any County library or the Montgomery County Division of Treasury in Rockville. Students can also obtain their specialized ‘Youth Cruiser’ card through their school.

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After 28 Months of Free Rides, Ride On Bus to Resume Collecting Fares on August 1 with New $1 Rate

By Patrick Herron

Published July 11, 2022 at 12:13PM

The one-way pre-pandemic fare was $2 per ride. Monthly passes, which were $45 per rider prior to the health crisis, will be $22.50 starting Aug. 1. The new fares were supported by County Executive Marc Elrich and approved by the County Council in May.

County bus fares will be free for seniors (age 65 and older), persons with disabilities and youth under 19 (older if still in high school). Specialized SmartTrip cards are needed and can be obtained through the MCDOT Mobile Commuter Store, Silver Spring TRiPS Commuter Store, any County library or the Montgomery County Division of Treasury in Rockville. Students can also obtain their specialized ‘Youth Cruiser’ card through their school.

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New Ride On Bus Route 27 Service to Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center to Begin Sunday, July 17

By Patrick Herron

Published July 5, 2022 at 3:20PM

The new route will operate between Hillandale Transit Center and the Tech Road Park and Ride lot with stops along Powder Mill Road, Cherry Hill Road, Plum Orchard Drive, Broadbirch Drive, and Tech Road. The route will have connections with Metrobus, Ride On, and Flash bus routes, as well as other transportation services within the network.

Ride On interiors will continue to be cleaned by the County’s Department of General Services with hospital-grade disinfectant. Bus filter and ventilation systems are also treated with a disinfectant.

Bethesda

Montgomery County Receives Maryland Quality Initiative ‘Award of Excellence’ for MD 355 Crossing Project in Bethesda

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 7:52PM

MdQI is a consortium of public and private sector agencies and industry associations representing Maryland’s transportation industry. The organization advocates for the highest quality in planning, design, construction and maintenance of Maryland’s transportation system.

Each year, a panel of experts evaluates award nominations. Winners are announced at a MdQI annual conference and awards event. This year’s event was held May 26 at the Baltimore Convention Center.

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MCDOT: Transportation Schedule for the Juneteenth Holiday on Monday, June 20

By Patrick Herron

Published June 15, 2022 at 9:42AM

Below is the transportation-related holiday schedule for the Juneteenth holiday on Monday, June 20:

View more schedule changes here.

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MCDOT to Have Online and In-Person Events Seeking Input on Flash Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Plans for North Bethesda, New Hampshire Avenue and Rockville Pike/Frederick Road

By Patrick Herron

Published June 6, 2022 at 6:15PM

Residents can provide input throughout the month of June. MCDOT is offering multiple opportunities to learn about Flash, engage with project teams, have questions answered and provide feedback.

“Expansion of our Flash bus corridors is important for residents to have equitable access to jobs, education and essential services,” said County Executive Marc Elrich. ” Our current and future riders have valuable insights, and we want to hear from you. Your comments will help us shape and improve these services. I encourage all riders, as well as interested residents and community leaders, to participate in these upcoming engagement events.”

MoCo

Reminder: Federal Mask Mandate on Public Transportation Extended to January 18

By MCS Staff

Published November 22, 2021 at 8:38AM

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation’s (MCDOT) reminds residents that Federal guidelines continue to require riders to wear face coverings for the duration of their trips when traveling by public transportation.

The regulation covers County Ride On buses, Ride On extRa, Flash, Metrobus, Metrorail and when taking taxis or on-demand car services.

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Transportation Schedule for the Thanksgiving Day Holiday, Thursday, Nov. 25 By MCDOT

By MCS Staff

Published November 22, 2021 at 8:33AM

Below are Montgomery County Department of Transportation’s (MCDOT) and partners’ transportation-related schedule changes for the Thanksgiving Holiday, Thursday, Nov. 25:

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Montgomery County Department of Transportation is Hiring Ride On Bus Operators

By MCS Staff

Published November 11, 2021 at 10:24AM

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) has immediate openings for full-time and part-time Ride On bus operators.

The positions offer applicants 21-and-over paid CDL license training, a competitive benefits package and a fun, supportive atmosphere, with ongoing professional development opportunities.

Kensington

Virtual Hearing This Wednesday on Proposed Kensington Sidewalk

By Cordell Pugh

Published September 27, 2021 at 5:45PM

On Wednesday, September 29 at 7 p.m., the Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will host a virtual public hearing to discuss a proposed sidewalk on Decatur Avenue, just West of Connecticut Avenue, in Kensington.

At the virtual meeting, MCDOT will present the project scope, its conceptual design, costs, schedules and obtain public feedback.

Clarksburg

Culvert Construction Closes Clarksburg Road Through December

By Cordell Pugh

Published September 26, 2021 at 3:20PM

Accelerated deterioration of a culvert has forced the closure of Clarksburg Road between Bethesda Church Road and Prices Distillery Road.

While plans were already in place to replace this culvert in October, the Montgomery County Department of Transportation accelerated the project schedule after recent rainfall further damaged the culvert, which carries a branch of Bennett Creek underneath Clarksburg Road.