Vine Transit

Need a little help with groceries this week? Stop by the Friday Free Market at Napa Spanish Seventh-Day Adventist Church from 2-4 PM tomorrow. Check out the schedule for next week's Friday Free Market location.... *Please note - The market at Clinic Ole is a drive-thru, so you will need private transportation to participate.

NVUSD is serving free breakfast and lunch through the summer at Valley Oak High School. Click the link below to learn more.

Help the City of Napa pick their next Police Chief, by sharing how you think the department can better serve the community.

California is reopening tomorrow, with changes to capacity limits and social distancing requirements in most situations. Please note - masks will still be required on public transportation. Learn more at covid19.ca.gov.

Heads up ferry riders! Our friends over at @sanfranciscobayferry have a new schedule starting July 1. You may need to adjust the time you usually catch the Vine bus, to accommodate your new ferry boarding time, so be sure to plan ahead.... Check out the new ferry schedule at https://sanfranciscobayferry.com/ferry-schedule-release-jul.

We're almost on the other side of the pandemic. Let's get there together. Keep doing your part to help #EndThePandemic.

We're closing some of our seats to promote physical distancing between passengers. It's just one more reason to ride with confidence. Learn more ways we're protecting you from COVID-19 at https://vinetransit.com/covid19/.

COVID-19 vaccines are up to 95% effective, recommended by California’s top medical experts, and available at no cost. Get vaccinated when it’s your turn. And please remember to keep wearing your mask even after vaccination. Together we can end the pandemic. Learn about vaccine availability in Napa County at https://www.countyofnapa.org/2739/Coronavirus-COVID-19.

Las vacunas de COVID-19 pueden ayudar a protegerte a ti y a tu familia. Las vacunas tienen una eficacia de hasta el 95%, son recomendadas por los principales expertos médicos de California, y están disponibles sin costo. Ayúdanos a cambiar la trayectoria vacunándote cuando sea tu turno. Y por favor recuerda seguir usando mascarilla aún después de vacunarte. Juntos podemos acabar con la pandemia. https://www.countyofnapa.org/2739/Coronavirus-COVID-19

Meet Charlene! Charlene has been part of the Vine team for 12 years, as the Operations Manager. Her favorite parts of the jobs are working with the staff and the clients.... When she's not working, Charlene enjoys traveling, spending time with family and friends, singing and dancing. When COVID-19 is behind us, Charlene most looks forward to reuniting with her family and friends. Thanks for everything you do Charlene!

Meet Iris! Iris is the Vine Operations Supervisor and has been part of the team for 6 years. Her favorite parts of the job are the people she works with and that no two days are ever the same.... When she's not working, Iris enjoys dancing and making crafts. Lots and lots of crafts. Fun fact - Iris grew up in a tiny town in Naco Sonora Mexico, with a population of only 1,000 people! When COVID-19 is behind us, Iris looks forward to attending concerts and visiting family. Thanks for everything you do Iris!

Start saving money with Clipper START! Clipper START allows qualified riders to purchase Vine rides at a 20% discount. The rides may be used on any Vine route, but are not accepted on Vine Go (shared ride service). Adults who have a household income of up to 200% of the federal poverty level (approximately $53,000 a year for a family of four) are eligible.... Apply online at clipperstartcard.com.

Help us learn how COVID-19 is affecting your transportation needs and experience and enter to win a $25 gift card. Por favor ayúdenos a entender como el COVID-19 ha afectado sus necesidades de transporte y experiencia y participa para ganar una tarjeta de regalo Visa de $ 25.... https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/COVIDESP https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/COVIDENGL

Meet Cheryl! Cheryl has been part of the Vine team for 9 years, as the General Manager for our transit operator. Cheryl loves serving the community, and was the brains behind our recent food drive. When she noticed the Salvation Army's meal distribution skyrocketing during the Glass Fire, she knew they needed help. She did such a great job organizing the drive that we ended up with nearly a busload of donations.... Most people don't know this, but Cheryl was a gymnast when she was younger. She still likes to stay active, but these days it's more golfing and hiking, and less tumbling across the mat. When COVID-19 is behind us, Cheryl most looks forward to travelling and spending time with friends and family. Thanks for everything you do Cheryl!

Great news! The St. Helena and American Canyon loops return October 26, in accordance with Napa Valley Unified School District's reopening schedule. Click the links below for the new route schedules:... https://vinetransit.com/routes/american-canyon-transit/ https://vinetransit.com/routes/st-helena-shuttle/

Please wash your hands or use hand sanitizer before and after you ride the bus, to protect yourself and others.

Happy Friday! Instead of sharing a team member bio today, we 'd like to show you what our awesome operators have been up to this week: Obstacle Course Training!... Vine operators practiced navigating around pedestrians and cyclists in a tricky obstacle course at our transit yard, to help make sure everyone stays safe on the road. Tyler even jumped in as the cyclist/pedestrian to avoid on the course and we think he nailed his performance. Thanks to Supervisors Benny Ramirez, Joe Villalobos, and Tyler Cross for setting up the course and making pedestrian and cyclist safety a priority!

Help slow the spread of COVID-19 by using cash-free payment options on the Vine! Cash-free payment options help keep your hands clean, keep boarding lines moving quickly, and allow riders to keep their distance from drivers. Vine has several multi-ride pass options, available for purchase on our website and at the Soscol Gateway Transit Center. We also accept Bay Area Clipper Hopthru and Token Transit.... Learn more at vinetransit.com/fares.

A Red Flag Warning is in effect through 11AM on Friday, which means that portions of Napa County are once again facing critical fire weather conditions. Please take a moment to sign up for emergency alerts by texting your ZIP CODE to 888777.

Donate a non-perishable food item and get a free ride through October 19! NVTA is collecting food to help replenish the Salvation Army's supply, which has dwindled under the increased need for food assistance during the wildfires. Passengers who deposit a non-perishable food item into onboard donation bins, while boarding any Vine bus through October 19, 2020, will ride for free.... Donors may also drop-off non-perishable food items at the Soscol Gateway Transit Center ticket booth. Learn more at nvta.ca.gov/fooddrive or link in bio.

Are you biking, walking, carpooling/vanpooling, teleworking, or using transit to get to work? YOU ARE OUR HERO! Alternative commute modes like these help the environment, reduce traffic and save you money.... During our Commute Challenge, your alternative commute can also help you earn points, redeemable for GIFT CARDS! Learn more at vcommute.org/commute-challenge.

Meet Tyler! Tyler has been part of the Vine team for 4 years as the AM dispatcher. He's gets our buses rolling at 3:30AM! In addition to waking up SUPER early to get our buses on the road, Tyler helps out wherever he's needed. In this photo, he's delivering meals from the The Salvation Army of Napa Valley to Napa County Emergency Operations Center sheltering sites.... Tyler's favorite parts of the job are working with people (both his coworkers and the community), and working in the Napa Valley. When he's not working, Tyler enjoys binge-watching TV shows and finding great places to eat. After COVID-19 is behind us, Tyler most looks forward to attending sporting events. Thanks for everything you do Tyler!

Great news - More routes are being reinstated tomorrow! Here's what to expect: Calistoga Shuttle RESUMES 10/8/20... St. Helena Shuttle RESUMES 10/8/20 Route 10 FULL SERVICE RESUMES 10/8/20 Routes 10, 11, 21, 29, American Canyon Shuttle, City of Napa On-Demand, and Yountville Trolley will continue to operate normally. There may be slight delays in North St. Helena due to PG&E activity. Stay safe Napa Valley!

Meet Jonah! Jonah has been driving for Vine for 1 year, 9 months. His favorite part of the job is the training, because it helped him get his Class B license. In the picture below, Jonah is loading meals from the Salvation Army into his Vine vehicle, for delivery to to Napa County Emergency Operations Center sheltering sites, and fire evacuees. ... Vine Transit is currently delivering 1500 meals per day to these sites, so Jonah and his team have been pretty busy! When Jonah's not working he enjoys playing Metal Gear Solid. When the pandemic is behind us, he most looks forward to not needing to wear a mask. Thanks for everything you do, Jonah!