Help ODOT plan the future of the Columbia Gorge Express: Share your thoughts by April 9

Oregon Department of Transportation sent this bulletin at 03/28/2018 06:00 PM PDT

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.

March 27, 2018       

For more information:

Jake Warr, (503) 731-8253, jake.warr@odot.state.or.us  

Dave Thompson, (503) 860-8021, david.h.thompson@odot.state.or.us

 

Help ODOT plan the future of the Columbia Gorge Express: Share your thoughts by April 9

 

PORTLAND - Following a successful pilot in 2016 and 2017, the Columbia Gorge Express is expanding in 2018. ODOT is seeking public feedback through an online survey to refine the service plan for season three as well as the long-term vision.  

 

The survey is available until April 9 at https://survey.participate.online/s3/CGE-2018.

 

Expanded transit service in the Gorge will help address congestion and safety while improving access for Gorge residents and visitors. ODOT is planning the following improvements in 2018:

 

  • Extended service with new stops in Cascade Locks and Hood River
  • Service seven days a week starting in June 2018
  • A new and improved schedule

 

In 2017, 99 percent of surveyed riders said they would recommend the Columbia Gorge Express to others. Public input gathered through the online survey will ensure the new and improved service continues to meet riders’ needs and provides a fun, convenient and reliable travel option. The survey asks questions about schedules, stop amenities, fares and future destinations the Gorge Express could serve.

 

The Columbia Gorge Express offers an inexpensive and hassle-free way to visit some of the Gorge’s most popular destinations. The service also increases access for visitors who do not have access to a car. All buses are wheelchair accessible and can accommodate bikes.

 

For more information, go to www.ColumbiaGorgeExpress.com or contact info@columbiagorgeexpress.com.