News Summary
Georgetown has introduced an affordable transportation program called rideGTX in collaboration with Uber and zTrip. This initiative aims to improve mobility options for residents and visitors, offering discounted rides and wheelchair-accessible services. Eligible residents can benefit from the program by paying only the initial $4 for rides, with the city providing subsidies. The program is designed to serve within city limits and connect users to key medical facilities. Enthusiasm for the rideGTX program reflects a significant enhancement to Georgetown’s transportation network.
Georgetown is launching a new affordable transportation program called rideGTX, which aims to enhance mobility options for residents and visitors. This initiative, developed by TRIPPP Consulting, is a collaborative effort with ride-sharing giants Uber and zTrip, ensuring that accessible transportation services will be available 24/7, all year round.
The rideGTX program introduces additional mobility solutions beyond the existing limited paratransit services offered by GoGeo for seniors aged 65 and older. The new service is designed to serve within the city limits of Georgetown while also providing transportation to key medical facilities, including Baylor Scott & White and Ascension Seton Williamson hospitals located in nearby Round Rock.
With rideGTX, residents using Uber can benefit from up to ten discounted rides each month. Riders will only need to cover the first $4 of any Uber trip, thanks to the city’s subsidy of up to $10 on each ride. Any expense exceeding $14 will be the rider’s responsibility. Voucher packages that can be downloaded from the city’s website are provided monthly, or riders can utilize a QR code for easy access. Furthermore, residents without smartphones can schedule their Uber rides by calling 1-833-USE-UBER (1-833-873-8237).
For individuals requiring wheelchair-accessible transportation, the program’s partnership with zTrip enriches the offerings. Like Uber, riders using zTrip will only pay the initial $4 fee for unlimited rides. To book a zTrip ride, customers can contact the 24/7 call center at 512-337-9796. ZTrip vehicles are designed for accessibility, meeting all necessary A.D.A. and D.O.J. standards, and feature ramps for easy boarding.
Riders can also schedule zTrip rides up to two weeks in advance, with options for recurring travel. Notably, any pooled ride shared with additional passengers counts as only one trip, attracting just one $4 charge, regardless of the number of riders in the vehicle. This feature aims to facilitate affordable group travel for individuals in need.
The introduction of rideGTX has been met with enthusiasm from local officials. The initiative is viewed as a significant enhancement to the city’s transportation network, particularly for those who may struggle to find affordable transit options. The city aims to create a robust service design that ensures effective transportation solutions for various community needs.
For more details and guidance on how to engage with the rideGTX program and access services, residents are encouraged to visit the city’s designated website at georgetowntexas.gov/rideGTX.
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- Hello Georgetown
- Wikipedia: Georgetown, Texas
- KVUE News
- Google Search: rideGTX Georgetown
- Austin American-Statesman
- Google Scholar: rideGTX transportation
- Community Impact
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Uber ride sharing
- Patch Georgetown
- Google News: rideGTX Georgetown Texas
