LTD: July 4 Service, Masks, Eugene Station and Umo
EUGENE, Ore.—(June 29, 2021)— 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.
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.
About Lane Transit District (LTD)
LTD provides more than 10 million boardings per year on its buses and EmX Bus Rapid Transit line in Lane County, Oregon. Encompassing the Eugene-Springfield metro area, LTD is a special district of the State of Oregon and led by a seven-member board of directors appointed by Oregon’s governor. LTD also operates RideSource, a paratransit service for people with disabilities, and numerous transportation options programs to promote sustainable travel county wide.
