Many of the residents of Oregon who face mobility challenges will soon have a different way of connecting with their community when the Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority (TARTA) brings paratransit service to the community on January 7, 2024.
Oregon residents who live within ¾ of a mile of a TARTA fixed-route stop can now apply to ride TARPS, which would allow them to schedule an accessible ride anywhere TARTA travels for $3 one-way. Several TARTA fixed-route stops will be on Navarre Avenue, which means paratransit pickups will be able to be scheduled from Oregon Senior Center, Eastern Branch Community YMCA, and many other locations.
Those outside of the TARPS service zone will be able to request an accessible ride using TARTA’s on-demand service, TARTA Flex.
Find full maps for TARPS and Flex pick-up zones at tarta.com/Oregon.
Those applying for TARPS service must have a qualifying disability and complete an application and interview process. Once approved, customers will be able to request rides by calling (419) 382-9901. Applications can be viewed at bit.ly/TARPSapp.
Paratransit trips can be purchased using TARPS passes or through the EZFare app. Passengers wishing to ride TARTA’s fixed-route service on Route 2 should visit https://tarta.com/reduced-fare to find out if they are eligible for discounted passes.
