Monterey-Salinas Transit

Payday is even better when you get to see our favorite Payroll Specialist, Hector! Thanks for doing what you do. #wheelheroes

The January edition of MST’s Onboard newsletter is now available.

Here are this week’s links for the vaccine clinics. You can also find these and testing information on MontereyCountyVaccines.com.

No more scrolling, squinting, searching: when you use @transitapp, tap the on your top transit lines and they'll automatically appear up top. You can get alerts about disruptions and see that line's ETAs as soon as you open the app! https://transitapp.com/download

Need a COVID-19 test? Expanded hours at the State supported sites mean more available appointments. Make an appointment today https://lhi.care/covidtesting or c...all 211 for assistance. Additional testing opportunities are available at https://www.montereycountyvaccines.com/ #COVID19 #MontereyCounty See more

Due to unexpected staffing shortages, the customer service windows at the Monterey Transit Plaza and the Marina Transit Exchange will be closed today, Monday, January 24th. The window at the Salinas Transit Center is open. Please visit us at http://ow.ly/6Ttu50HByM4 for the latest updates. We appreciate your understanding and thank you for your patience. Stay safe, friends!

Unexpected staffing shortages are everywhere these days, and unfortunately, MST is no exception. We are doing our best to provide the safe, reliable service you depend on, but there may be times when buses are delayed, or a trip is cancelled. For the most up to date information, please follow us on twitter @MST_BUS, download the free transit app, or visit our website at mst.org. We appreciate your patience and thank you for your understanding. Keep those face coverings on and see you onboard!

The health and safety of our fleet helps keep our community, well, healthy and safe! Thanks to the amazing Maintenance team for keeping the buses rolling! #wheelheroes

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On October 29th, MST closed on a loan for up to $8.45 million with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) under the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) Rural Project Initiative (RPI). This is only the second loan approved under the TIFIA RPI. The DOT provides TIFIA RPI and other surface transportation infrastructure financing through its Build America Bureau. For more information, please visit: https://mst.org//mst-approved-for-up-to-8-45-million-loan/

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Chilly mornings have returned, but keeping bus windows open helps to refresh the air inside, which helps to slow the spread. Stay warm with a sweater or coat for your body, and a face covering for your mouth, nose, and cheeks another benefit of wearing your face covering! Stay safe and warm, friends!

For a safe trip, we’ll take care of the driving we ask you to take care of the rest! Stay safe, friends!

Yes, you read that right FREE bus rides on Election Day, November 3rd. All day, systemwide. Get on board, and get out the vote!

No matter where your weekend takes you, please remember to wear your face covering and maintain at least 6 feet of distance from others. Our drivers and the community thank you. #wheelheroes

Keeping the community moving safely requires a healthy driver AND a healthy bus! MST mechanics are committed to ensuring a safe, reliable ride for all of our passengers who depend on us. Stay safe, friends!

Crews will remove JAZZ bus shelters at Sand City Station on Saturday, October 24th for some off-site freshening up. Work is scheduled to be carried out before buses arrive, and no schedule or service changes are anticipated. For your convenience, temporary benches and trash receptacles will be installed while shelters are being refreshed. Things will look a bit different, but service will be the same! Stay safe, and see you on board!

The October edition of MST’s Onboard newsletter is now available.

Try MST for free on Election Day, November 3rd. Ride fare free throughout the entire system, the entire day. Getting to your polling location just got easier. Stay safe, friends!

COVID-19 can’t stop us! MST, TAMC and Kimley-Horn staff on site safety planning for SURF! Busway and BRT project.

Safe driving skills Face covering Gloves Safety vest ... MST drivers are ready to roll! Stay safe, friends! #wheelheroes