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Thank you to the transit professionals who keep us moving!

March 18 is National Transit Employee Appreciation Day. Today (and every day) we’re shouting out all the people who get us where we’re going safely.

Grace Kim •

This one's for our drivers, because we know to you, it’s more than just a job. 

Hear from some Via riders around the country as they share their appreciation for the drivers in their communities:

Birmingham On-Demand
“Great butter smooth driving, informative, knows his regular passengers and willing to go the extra mile. Now if that ain't professional service I'll eat my hat!”
Jerry S. — Birmingham On-Demand Rider
Groove On-Demand
“I love your service because the technology is excellent. The vehicles are professional looking and the drivers are friendly.”
 — Groove On-Demand Rider
Metro Connect
"Nunca estaría decepcionada ya que Metro Connect me ha servido y me sirve para hacer mis compritas en el supermercado, me siento segura, no sólo de la comodidad del carro sino la amabilidad y el respeto de los choferes como: Catalina, Cristina, Carlos, y Michael.
Carmen P. — Metro Connect Rider
HRT
“I like how the app shows me exactly where the driver is. The drivers have been so NICE and caring for my Mom who has dementia. We have had really great drivers that take extra care of Mom.”
Marian S. — HRT Paratransit Rider
Salem Skipper
"My driver today, Elvis was great! And a VERY good driver!"
Kristina G. — Salem Skipper Rider
The City of Arlington
“I had a wonderful conversation with a Via driver. He was an excellent driver and made sure to get me to my destination safely and quickly.”
Jude L. — Via Arlington Rider
Top Bus
"Homem educado, prestativo e cuidadoso, trabalha por excelência! Tem minha admiração!"
 — Top Bus Rider
Jersey City
“My best experience with Via is the drivers: they are so helpful and polite.”
Latoya N. — Via Jersey City Rider
Groove On-Demand
"Thank you, sir, for an excellent drive. My morning is always better when I get picked up by you."
Ahmed K. — Groove On-Demand Rider
Jersey City
“One of the drivers told me, in great detail, how to seal up my windows for winter and it was very helpful!”
Beth M. — Jersey City Rider
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Grace Kim

Via Resource Editor