Capacity restrictions still in place on Garfield County Transit buses

POMEROY–The Garfield County Transportation Authority (GCTA) discussed an upcoming remodel of the public works facility at their April 19 meeting. The main concern was space for bus storage and washing, as well as a drive-through feature so busses wouldn't have to back out of their wash rack. No decisions were made on the remodel.

GCTA also discussed a plan to switch to a voice over internet phone system, which would save $130 a month and offer faster line transfers. There has been no action taken.

Phase 3 has not affected the bus capacity restriction yet, although the GCTA is now required to submit monthly federal reports on how many of their drivers have received vaccines, contracted Covid-19, or taken sick leave, as General Manager Rachel Anderson announced. The busses will continue to seat four passengers. No change to the capacity can be made until Governor Inslee changes the guidelines.