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Only medically necessary Project Mobility trips are expected to be provided by RTA during a strike. This means fixed-route and non-medical Project Mobility riders will need alternatives.
RTA has provided a list of options for riders and we've added some, too:
1. Walking
It’s not ideal to walk in freezing temperatures, but the Greater Dayton RTA recommends it as an alternative if bus service stops.
2. Cycling
There are bike-sharing options available in Dayton, including Link. For more information, visit Link Dayton's website.
3. Call RTA for assistance
According to RTA, staff are available to assist customers with alternate travel options by calling 937-425-8300 or visiting miamivalleyridefinder.org.
4. Hail a cab
Bus riders may find themselves calling cab companies, although dispatchers warn there might not be enough drivers on hand.
“On any given day we are pretty well maxed out,” said Jim Murphy, a dispatcher at Anton’s Transportation, a Dayton cab company. “We have every van and every driver coming in Monday to go, but I don’t know how much additional work we’ll be able to take.”
5. Try an Uber or Lyft
Ride share services Uber and Lyft are available using smartphone apps.
More options on the way?
It’s possible that churches or other organizations would pitch in to help provide transportation during a strike.
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Nick Brusky, a Butler Twp. trustee, said he is looking into possibly organizing ride shares and called upon the area’s faithful to open their cars to others.
“If they do go on a strike, which I hope doesn’t happen, it would be awesome if Christians could help and give people a ride in their car,” Brusky said.
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