В Монтерее запущена программа субсидированных поездок Uber для пожилых и инвалидов

MST launches Uber voucher program for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities Monterey-Salinas Transit (MST) is launching a six-month pilot program to provide affordable transportation for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities in south Monterey County using Uber vouchers. Eligible riders will pay a $3 co-pay per trip, with each voucher covering up to $14 toward rides anywhere in the county. Uber contributed $50,000 to help launch the program, which MST says will also expand service to underserved communities in South County, where taxi services have been limited. "We just didn't have a lot of success. We were approached by Uber, had some conversations about their current platform and how we could stimulate business for them, and then also increase opportunities to enhance existing programs within those cities," said Norman Tuitavuki of MST. Those who qualify for the program can receive up to 10 vouchers each month. MST will evaluate the program's success based on ridership, customer satisfaction, and cost per trip.