Rules & Regulations

Boarding the Bus

• Passes can be purchased at the following locations:
  • EZfare App (Available in the iPhone App Store, Google Play and online)
  • Cash fare is accepted and Day Passes can be purchased on the bus.
  • No cash refunds. If paying by cash, any remaining balance will be returned on a ticket that can only be used for future TARTA transportation
  • TARTA Transit Hub (612 N. Huron St., Toledo)
  • Seaway Market (1707 Cherry St, Toledo)
  • Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union (1441 Dorr St, Toledo)
• TARTA schedules and transit guides are available at all public libraries and at TARTA offices.
• Please have your fare or electronic pass on the EZFare app ready before you board. A friendly reminder: any attempt to ride without paying is a punishable crime.
• When the bus stops, allow passengers on the bus to exit first.

Riding the Bus

• Please allow seniors and persons with disabilities to use the seats designated for them. It’s the decent thing to do, and it’s the law.
• No smoking, eating or drinking on any TARTA vehicle or in any TARTA station.
• Bringing your own music? Don’t forget your headphones. If we can hear you, you’re too loud.
• No shoes, no shirt, no service.
• Illegal or unlawfully possessed firearms and/or other weapons are prohibited in or on any TARTA vehicle or property.

Getting Off the Bus

• Wait for the bus to stop before standing.
• When possible, exit through the back doors to allow new riders to board quickly.
• Wait until the bus leaves before crossing the street so you have a clear field of vision.
• No passenger stops are made in construction zones.

Passenger Code of Conduct

Rules to Observe While on a TARTA bus

• No illegal or unlawfully possessed firearms and/or any other weapons, explosives or flammable substances.
• No action creating a nuisance for driver or others or engaging in fighting, threatening harm to persons or property, or violent, turbulent or unsafe or criminal action in or around TARTA buses or bus stops.
• No yelling, screaming, singing, playing musical instruments or use of any other sound amplification devices (without headsets) including cell phone ringtones.
• No smoking, eating, drinking, roller skating, skateboarding or bicycling.
• No animals, insects or reptiles, except service animals.
• No profanity, bullying or harassment, sexual/racial slurs or gestures, threatening/offensive language and no public displays of affection.
• Nonqualifying passengers must vacate elderly/disabled seating upon request of any TARTA employee.
• No person shall interfere, in any manner, with the safe operation or movement of any TARTA vehicle.
• No person shall hinder or prevent the movement of persons on any TARTA vehicle or any TARTA property so as to interfere with the rights of others.
• No solicitation, panhandling, begging or loitering.
• No use or public display of offensive or pornographic materials or media.
• No person shall use or possess alcohol or illegal drugs on/in a TARTA vehicle or station, except for lawfully possessed and unopened alcoholic beverages.

Violation of any of the rules established in the Code of Conduct Policy will result in the immediate suspension of riding privileges, and will subject the offender to the penalties set forth in Ohio Revised Code 306.99 (B).

A complete copy of this policy is available at TARTA’s administration office and by clicking here for a PDF document listing all the infractions and consequences.

TARTA Hub Code of Conduct

Rules to Observe While in TARTA Facilities

• No weapons, and/or firearms, explosives, or flammable substances.
• No disruptive behavior including fighting, damage of property and harassment of other customers and/or TARTA staff.
• No wheeled devices including roller skates, skateboards, or bikes. Wheelchairs and mobility aid service devices are permitted.
  Turn down the volume. No yelling, screaming, singing, playing musical instruments or use of any other sound amplification devices (without headsets) including ringtones.
• No animals, insects, or reptiles, other than service animals.
• No solicitation or loitering, panhandling, begging, gambling, laying down or sleeping inside of the TARTA Hub
• No offensive materials or public display of pornographic materials or media.
• No alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, smoking or vaping.
  Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times.
  Keep your belongings with you at all times.
• No littering, throwing, discarding, depositing any paper, glass, or other material except for in designated trash receptacles.
• No inappropriate discharging of bodily fluids. Urinating, defecating, vomiting, spitting or on TARTA property is strictly prohibited.

Violation of any of the rules established in the Code of Conduct Policy will result in the immediate suspension of (riding privilege and) ability to utilize the hub facility.

Flex Code of Conduct

Rules to Observe While on TARTA Flex Vehicles

• No person shall interfere, in any manner, with the safe operation or movement of any TARTA vehicle.
• No weapons, and/or firearms, explosives, or flammable substances.
• Riders must stay seated and buckled in while the vehicle is in motion.
• No smoking, vaping, eating, or drinking on any TARTA vehicle.
• No profanity, bullying or harassment, sexual/racial slurs or gestures, threatening/offensive language and no public displays of affection.
• Use headphones while listening to music or video games. If we can hear it, it is too loud.
• Please dress appropriately; shirts/tops and shoes must be worn.
• No animals, insects or reptiles, except service animals. (Service animals will be denied transport if seriously disruptive.)
• Have your fare ready before you board: Cash (exact change only; drivers do not make change), transfer or EZFare app.
• Do not litter on the vehicle; take your trash with you.
• Limit personal items to those you can personally carry, and maintain a firm hold on them. Make sure you have all your personal items when you depart the vehicle.
• Never cross or step in front of the vehicle once you depart.
• After three (3) No Shows or Incidents, riders may be suspended  from TARTA Flex service. If you cannot make a ride you have scheduled, please Cancel it using the TARTA Flex app or with a Customer Service Representative.
• It is understood that TARTA Flex service is similar to the Fixed Route “curb to curb” service and is not door-to-door as is our paratransit service.

Violation of any of the rules established in the Code of Conduct Policy can result in the immediate suspension of riding privileges and will subject the offender to the penalties set forth in Ohio Revised Code 306.99 (B).

Lost and Found Policy

Learn more at our Lost and Found page.

Social Media Policy

Social Media Policy

Last Updated on October 28, 2024

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