Las Vegas, NV (AP) - Metro Las Vegas officials on Saturday announced plans for public transit improvements and expansion following cutbacks caused by the coronavirus pandemic.
Henderson Mayor Debra March, chairwoman of the Regional Transportation Commission, said officials were “thrilled to celebrate the services that we’re bringing back and adding to our community thanks to federal stimulus funding.”
The enhancements announced Saturday took effect Sunday, and include faster and more regular service for busy stops along Charleston Boulevard as well as weekend services in underserved areas.
There also will be a pilot microtransit service in parts of the metro area.
Also announced on Saturday were new partnerships with local sports teams to provide transportation to and from the venues. Recently, the Raiders and RTC announced the “Game Day Express” service, which will offer $4 round-trip tickets to games from five locations around the valley.
A list of service changes and more information can be found at rtcsnv.com/servicechange2021.