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Hawai’i County, state partner to mitigate effects on Big Island students of bus driver shortage

Officials on Friday identified public transportation routes that can temporarily accommodate students and be adjusted in the short-term to prioritize student access in the affected Hilo-Waiākea and Ka‘ū-Kea‘au-Pāhoa Complex Areas.

County to Offer Free Bus Fares

The Hawai‘i County Council on Wednesday approved the second and final reading of Bill 105, which temporarily suspends fares for all fixed bus routes and paratransit services offered by Hele-On until Dec. 31, 2023.

County Eyes Changes to Shared-Ride Taxi Program

As the reliability of Hawai’i County’s bus system improves, changes to other Hele-On programs are in the works, including plans to restructure the shared-ride taxi program.

Mass Transit Offers Free Bikeshare to Hele-On Riders

Users of the Hele-On public transit system now have a new, free way to get around in urban areas of the Big Island.

Upgrades Ahead: Mass Transit Hits Full Throttle on Bus Improvements

After receiving a litany of complaints and suggestions from passengers, Hawaiʻi County Mass Transit has taken to heart what those people were saying by ushering in a new set of standards aimed at making the riding experience, not only more convenient but practical and enjoyable, too.

Shared Ride Coupons Expiration Dates Extended

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many of the county’s Shared Ride users have been unable to use their Shared Ride Taxi Coupons within the timeframe allowed.

County Extends Validity of Rideshare Coupons

Hawai‘i County has extended the validity of rideshare taxi coupons set to expire on April 30.

Hawai‘i County Mass Transit Meetings Scheduled for October

The County of Hawai‘i Mass Transit Agency will hold island-wide Transit Master Plan Community Informational Meetings in October 2017.