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How to Navigate the Ride On Reimagined Final Report
The Ride On Reimagined final report is Montgomery County’s visionary plan to transform and expand public transit, making it more accessible, equitable, and sustainable. This guide will help you understand the report and how to use it to stay informed about upcoming changes and improvements.
How to Use the Report
Whether you’re a daily commuter or a transit advocate, this report serves as a valuable tool for understanding the future of Ride On. Use it to:
- Explore route maps and schedules to see how your travel options will improve.
- Review timelines to prepare for upcoming changes and expansions.
- Learn about equity-focused initiatives designed to make transit accessible to all.
What’s Inside the Report
The report offers a detailed roadmap for the future of Ride On, with these key sections:
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Executive Summary: Provides a high-level overview of the plan’s goals, key takeaways, and how it addresses community needs such as accessibility, equity, and sustainability.
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Drafting of the Final Network: Describes the comprehensive process of shaping the final service network, including community and bus operator feedback, data analysis, and alignment with County priorities.
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Vision Network: Outlines plans for new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lines, new Ride On extRa routes, and expanded service coverage through Ride On Flex on-demand zones.
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Year-by-Year Implementation: Breaks down the phased rollout of improvements, showing what riders can expect in Year 1, Year 5, and beyond depending on proposed budget, as well as expanding on transit equity and accessibility.
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Marketing and Outreach: Covers strategies for keeping riders informed, such as targeted communication, and community engagement efforts.
What This Means for Riders
Ride On is committed to building a system that meets the needs of Montgomery County’s diverse community. The report emphasizes enhanced service quality, including shorter travel times, improved weekend options, and expanded coverage in lower-density areas. Riders can look forward to increased frequency on over 30 routes and the introduction of new services to neighborhoods that currently lack transit options. Visit the Ride On Reimagined webpage to read the report, provide feedback, or stay updated on upcoming changes.
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For the most up-to-date service information, riders should follow @RideOnMCT on X/Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, Bluesky, and Instagram. In addition, information is available at RideOnBus.com, by subscribing to receive email alerts at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/govdelivery, or texting MONTGOMERY RIDEON to 468311 to receive text alerts.
For information on MCDOT programs and services visit montgomerycountymd.gov/mcdot, follow @MCDOTNow on X/Twitter, Facebook, Bluesky, and Instagram and subscribe to MCDOT’s “Go Montgomery!” newsletter.
If you need an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) reasonable accommodation to access Ride On bus service, contact MC311 by voice at 240-777-0311, by email RideOn.CustomerService@montgomerycountymd.gov or TTY 711.
Title VI: Montgomery County assures that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Civil Rights Act of 1987, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity.
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