July 4, Masks, Eugene Station, Umo
Lane Transit
District (LTD) will provide regular Sunday bus service on July 4. LTD’s administrative offices will be closed
in observance of the holiday on Monday, July 5.
Even with
Governor Brown’s recent announcement removing COVID-19 social distancing and
small group restrictions, passengers riding LTD buses are still required by the
federal government to wear masks over the nose and mouth on LTD property and
aboard its buses until further notice.
Exceptions to
the federal guidelines are children under the age of two and people with
disabilities who cannot wear a mask, or cannot safely wear a mask. People with
a disability who cannot safely wear a mask should review requirements listed on the LTD website, or contact
LTD to make a reasonable modification request.
Through its
health-first public information outreach efforts featuring Vaxana and Vaximilian,
LTD will continue to encourage community members to get vaccinated and observe
other COVID-19 precautions, such as frequent hand washing. More information about
the Welcome Vax public awareness campaign is available here.
The restrooms
and ATM at the Eugene Station are open to LTD passengers ONLY beginning July 1.
The Eugene Station’s lobby seating area remains closed. Customer Service Center
hours remain 7 am to 6 pm, Monday through Friday. Information about the Customer
Service Center can be found here.
Passengers
using TouchPass
for electronic fare payment will need to begin transitioning to Umo Mobility on
July 1, with all electronic pass users completing the transition by the end of
September 2021. Information about transitioning to Umo is here.
As was
previously announced, LTD will maintain its current service
schedule until fall. Bus schedules are here.