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Community input wanted for future service planning

Posted on June 5, 2017 by | 1 comment

To develop service that meets your wants, needs, and priorities, Omnitrans will be holding two rounds of public meetings this month. This is a component of the Omnitrans Short-Range Transit Plan (SRTP), which sets policies related to bus routes, hours of service, frequency, types of service, fares and bus stop amenities for 2019-2025.

In this round of meetings, we invite you to our listening sessions to learn what the communities we serve desire in their transit provider. A second round of meetings will be held in spring 2018 to discuss proposed changes based on the comments the public provides in these meetings.

We look forward to seeing you and taking your constructive feedback! The schedule for the listening session meetings is as follows:

MONDAY, JUNE 19, 2017
San Bernardino
6 a.m. – 9 a.m. at San Bernardino Transit Center
599 W. Rialto Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92401

Redlands
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Redlands Mall Transfer Center
100 Redlands Mall, Redlands 92373

Highland
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. in Highland
Highland & Boulder Bus Stop, Highland, CA 92346

San Bernardino
5 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Omnitrans East Valley Office
1700 W. Fifth Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411

TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2017
Montclair
6 a.m. – 9 a.m. at Montclair Transit Center
5091 Richton Street, Montclair, CA 91763

Rancho Cucamonga
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Chaffey College Transit Center
5885 Haven Ave, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91737

Chino
2 p.m. – 5 p.m. at Chino Transit Center
6th st. & Chino Ave, Chino, CA 91710

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 2017
Fontana
6 a.m. – 9 a.m. at Fontana Transit Center
Sierra Ave & Orange Way, Fontana, CA 92335

Colton
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Arrowhead Regional Medical Center Transfer Center
400 N Pepper Ave, Colton, CA 92324

Ontario
4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Ontario Senior Center
225 East B St, Ontario, CA 91764

THURSDAY, JUNE 22, 2017
Ontario
6 a.m. -9 a.m. at Ontario Civic Center Transfer Center
Euclid  Ave. and Holt Blvd., Ontario, CA 91762

Ontario
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Ontario Mills Transfer Center
1 Mills Cir, Ontario, CA 91764

Montclair
4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at Montclair Transit Center
5091 Richton Street, Montclair, CA 91763

FRIDAY, JUNE 23, 2017
San Bernardino
1 p.m. – 5 p.m. at San Bernardino Transit Center
599 W. Rialto Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92401

MONDAY, JUNE 26, 2017
Chino
6 a.m. – 9 a.m. at Chino Transit Center
6th st. & Chino Ave, Chino, CA 91710

Yucaipa
4 p.m – 7 p.m. at Yucaipa Transit Center
5th St. & Yucaipa Blvd., Yucaipa, CA 92399

TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2017
San Bernardino
7 a.m. – 10 a.m. at San Bernardino Transit Center
599 W. Rialto Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92401

Rialto
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in Rialto
Foothill & Riverside Bus Stop, Rialto, CA 92376

Fontana
3 p.m. – 6 p.m. at Fontana Transit Center
Sierra Ave & Orange Way, Fontana, CA 92335

If you are unable to attend any of our public meetings, you may submit your comments via e-mail to tembi.tovar@omnitrans.org or by phone at 909-379-7150.

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Omnitrans Seeks Input on Future BRT Line and Freeway Express Expansion

Posted on April 5, 2016 by | 5 comments

Omnitrans is holding a series of public meetings in April to gather public feedback on proposals for additional freeway express service in 2016-2017 and the future West Valley Connector bus rapid transit (BRT) line.

sbX bus

WEST VALLEY CONNECTOR BRT

Similar to the sbX green line BRT launched in San Bernardino and Loma Linda in 2014, the West Valley Connector would offer: weekday service every 10 to 15 minutes, stations spaced at one mile to a half mile apart, transit signal priority, and enhanced stations with benches, trash cans, lighting, real time bus arrival signs, security cameras and emergency phones.

The proposed 25-mile long line would travel through Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Ontario, Montclair and Pomona, connecting major activity centers such as Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Victoria Gardens, Ontario Mills, Citizens Business Bank Arena, Ontario Convention Center, Ontario Airport and multiple Metrolink commuter rail stations. Details available online at: West Valley Connector Info.

West Valley Connector Meetings

Tuesday, April 12, 2016
4-7 PM at Ontario Senior Center
225 East B St. Ontario 91764

Thursday, April 14, 2016
4-7 PM at Purpose Church
601 N. Garey Ave., Rm. H100, Pomona 91768

Saturday, April 16, 2016
9 AM-2 PM at Terra Vista Farmer’s Market
10808 E. Foothill Blvd., Rancho Cucamonga 91730

Tuesday, April 19, 2016
4-7 PM at Fontana Women’s Club
16880 Seville Ave., Fontana 92335

Wednesday, April 20, 2016
4-7 PM at Montclair Senior Center
5111 Benito St., Montclair 91763

Buster with Route 290 Freeway Expressbus

FREEWAY EXPRESS

Omnitrans is proposing a new weekday-only, peak-hour freeway express bus route to serve Yucaipa, Redlands, and San Bernardino via Interstate 10 beginning in January 2017. The transit agency also proposes increasing service span and frequency on the Route 290 freeway express launched last year which connects San Bernardino, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center in Colton, Ontario Mills and the Montclair Transit Center via Interstates 215 and 10. If approved, Route 290 would provide additional early morning and mid-day trips beginning in September 2016. Details available online at: Freeway Express Proposals

Public comments also may be submitted by mail to Omnitrans, 1700 West Fifth Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411, phone at 909-379-7250, or email at tembi.tovar@omnitrans.org. The deadline for comments on freeway express proposals is Friday, April 29, 2016; the West Valley Connector comment deadline is Saturday, April 23, 2016.

Freeway Express Service Meetings

Monday, April 18, 2016
3-6 PM at Montclair Transit Center
5091 Richton St., Montclair 91763

Tuesday, April 19, 2016
6-10 AM at San Bernardino Transit Center
599 W. Rialto Ave., San Bernardino 92410

4-7 PM at Omnitrans Offices
1700 W. Fifth St., San Bernardino 92411

Wednesday, April 20, 2016
6-10 AM at Redlands Mall Transfer Center
100 Redlands Mall, Redlands 92373

3-6 PM at Yucaipa Transit Center
34272 Yucaipa Blvd., Yucaipa 92399

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Omnitrans Proposes Changes Including New Freeway Express

Posted on March 10, 2015 by | 6 comments
Omnitrans proposed September 2015 service changes

San Bernardino Transit Center – busway

Omnitrans is proposing changes that would impact bus routes throughout the San Bernardino valley effective September 8, 2015.  Plans include streamlining service in the west valley, adding a new freeway express route on I-10, realigning routes to serve a new transit center in San Bernardino, and implementing a new customer application process for Access ADA service. To gather public comments, a series of meetings are scheduled between March 19 and 27.  (details below)

West of the I-15 freeway, Omnitrans proposes realignment of nine north-south routes to improve directness of service, reduce travel time and simplify the route network.  In response to frequent customer requests, freeway express Route 290 is proposed to offer weekday, peak-hour service on the I-10 corridor between Montclair and San Bernardino with stops at Ontario Mills and Arrowhead Regional Medical Center.

With the September opening of the San Bernardino Transit Center (SBTC), eleven bus routes need to be adjusted to streamline access to the new site located on Rialto Avenue between E and F Streets in downtown.  The facility is adjacent to an Omnitrans sbX rapid transit station. Neighboring transit agencies, Mountain Transit and Victor Valley Transit Authority, also will serve the transit center.  In 2016, when construction of a rail extension is complete, the SBTC will provide a direct connection to Metrolink commuter trains.

San Bernardino Transit Center - north view

San Bernardino Transit Center – north view

“The new transit center will serve approximately 6,000 customers per day as they make connections between routes,” said Omnitrans spokesperson Wendy Williams. “Passenger amenities include sheltered waiting areas, real-time arrival signs, public restrooms, a customer service desk, and 24/7 security.  It will be a LEED gold certified facility, meaning it incorporates the best in energy-efficient and environmentally-friendly design.”

Also in September, more direct service to San Manuel Indian Bingo and Casino is proposed by extending Route 1 east to Victoria Avenue, in response to customer requests.  At the same time, frequency on Route 1 north of downtown San Bernardino is proposed to increase to every 15 minutes, instead of every 30 minutes today.

To utilize Access, transportation service for person with disabilities, customers first must complete an application to determine eligibility under the guidelines of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Omnitrans proposes implementing an in-person element to the process, which is conducted by mail currently, to help customers complete their application in a timely manner.

The service proposals, including any changes made as the result of public comment, are expected to go to the Omnitrans Board of Directors for final approval on May 6, 2015.

Detailed information about all proposed changes is available online at: 2015 Omnitrans Proposed Service Changes Brochure

Omnitrans proposed service changes

Public Hearing Schedule:

HIGHLAND: Thursday, March 19

  • 9:00 am – 12:00pm, City Council Chambers, 27215 Base Line Rd.

YUCAIPA: Thursday, March 19

  • 3:00 – 6:00 pm, Yucaipa Transit Ctr., 34276 Yucaipa Blvd.

MONTCLAIR: Monday, March 23

  • 7:00 – 11:00 am, Montclair Transit Ctr., 5091 Richton Rd.

RANCHO CUCAMONGA: Monday, March 23

  • 1:00 – 4:00 pm, City Council Chambers, 10500 Civic Center Dr.

FONTANA: Tuesday, March 24

  • 7:00 – 10:00 am, Metrolink Station, 16777 Orange Way

SAN BERNARDINO: Tuesday, March 24

  • 11:00 am – 2:00 pm, San Bernardino Transfer Ctr., 4th & F St.
  • 3:00 – 7:00 pm, Omnitrans, 1700 W. Fifth St.

CHINO: Wednesday, March 25

  • 8:00 – 11:00 am, City Council Chambers, 13220 Central Ave.

FONTANA: Wednesday, March 25

  • 3:00 – 6:30 pm, Metrolink Station, 16777 Orange Way

RANCHO CUCAMONGA: Thursday, March 26

  • 9:30 am – 1:00 pm, Chaffey College Transit Ctr., 5885 Haven Ave.

ONTARIO: Thursday, March 26

  • 3:30 – 7:00 pm, City Hall Community Rooms, 303 East B Street

SAN BERNARDINO: Friday, March 27

  • 7:00 – 10:00 am, San Bernardino Transfer Ctr., 4th & F St.

 

Comments may also be submitted by phone at 909-379-7150, email: PublicComment@Omnitrans.Org  or mail to Omnitrans, 1700 West Fifth Street, San Bernardino, CA  92411.  The comment period closes April 3, 2015.

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Feedback wanted on proposed service changes

Posted on March 5, 2015 by | 10 comments

Omnitrans proposed service changes

Omnitrans wants your opinion regarding bus service and several proposed changes designed to improve our services. Omnitrans planning staff will be available to receive your comments and discuss service proposals at upcoming meetings.

PROPOSED CHANGES:
Omnitrans seeks to improve the directness of travel and travel times, implement a new Transit Center in San Bernardino, start a peak hour freeway express pilot program on I-10, and make corresponding changes to the Access Service Area. These changes fall into five key areas:

1)  West Valley North-South Routes:
Route proposals focus routes on key north-south corridors instead of crisscrossing. Many routes are renumbered to signify change. Current routes with major changes proposed include 63, 65, 67, 68, 80, 81, 82 and 83.

2)  Downtown San Bernardino Routing for the San Bernardino Transit Center (SBTC):
The SBTC is scheduled to open September 2015. The SBTC is located at E Street and Rialto Avenue, approximately 0.7 miles from Omnitrans current downtown transfer hub. All local routes that service in downtown San Bernardino (1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 10, 11, 14, 15, & 215) have proposed map changes.

3)  Introduction of Interstate 10 Freeway Express Pilot Program:
Omnitrans proposes implementing Route 290, an AM & PM peak hour service on I-10 with stops at the San Bernardino Transit Center, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Ontario Mills and Montclair Transit Center.

4)  ADA Access Area Revisions for Proposed Routing:
The Access service area is defined by a ¾-mile area around Omnitrans fixed route service. With the fixed route changes under consideration, there are some minor adjustments that would slightly extend the Access service area.

5)  In-Person Component added to ADA Access Service Eligibility Determination:
 Currently, Access applicants submit the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA) application and doctor’s verification in writing through the mail. Approximately 30% of applications are not completed within the application timelines. Omnitrans proposes adding an in-person session to the ADA Access application process to enhance the accuracy of the process and ensure that applicants are being matched to the appropriate service.

INFORMATION LINK:

PUBLIC MEETINGS:

Thursday, March 19, 2015

HIGHLAND
9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
City Council Chambers, 27215 Base Line Highland

YUCAIPA
3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
Yucaipa Transit Center, 34276 Yucaipa Boulevard

Monday, March 23, 2015

MONTCLAIR
7:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
Montclair Transit Center, 5091 Richton Road

RANCHO CUCAMONGA
1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
City Council Chambers, 10500 Civic Center Drive

Tuesday, March 24, 2015

FONTANA
7:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
Fontana Metrolink Station, 16777 Orange Way

SAN BERNARDINO
11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
4th Street Transfer Center (Carousel Mall Side)

SAN BERNARDINO
3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
Omnitrans, Large Lobby Conference Room, 1700 W. Fifth Street

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

CHINO
8:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
City Council Chambers, 13220 Central Avenue

FONTANA
3:00 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
Fontana Metrolink Station, 16777 Orange Way

Thursday, March 26, 2015

RANCHO CUCAMONGA
9:30 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Chaffey College Transit Center (Off College Drive)

ONTARIO
3:30 P.M. to 7:00 P.M.
City Hall Community Rooms 1 and 2, 303 East B Street

Friday, March 27, 2015

SAN BERNARDINO
7:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
4th Street Transfer Center (Carousel Mall Side)

At these meetings, all interested parties or agencies will be afforded the opportunity to be heard.  The public is welcome at these meetings any time within the specified dates and times to discuss with Omnitrans staff the proposed changes.

Any person or agency may mail comments until Thursday, April 3, 2015 by 5:00 P.M. to the Omnitrans main office located at 1700 West Fifth Street, San Bernardino, California 92411 to the attention of the Planning Department.  Comments may also be received by telephone by calling (909) 379-7150 or via email at PublicComment@Omnitrans.Org

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Omnitrans proposes discounted fare for veterans, police & firefighters

Posted on September 4, 2014 by | 2 comments

 

Omnitrans will hold public hearings to gather public comments regarding a proposed fare policy change to provide a discounted fare for Veterans and a free fare for Active Duty Military and Uniformed Police and Fire Officers.

Veteran Fare:
Omnitrans proposes offering Veterans with a discount on the purchases of Local Bus, Express Bus, sbX and OmniGo fares and passes identical to the discount provided to Senior and Disabled riders. This is essentially a 50% discount compared to full fare. No Veteran fare would be offered on Access service. The proposed Veterans fares are: Cash $0.75; Day Pass $2.25; 7-Day Pass $8.00 and 31-Day Pass $27.50.

Active Duty Military & Uniformed Police Officer and Firefighter Fare:
Omnitrans proposes allowing Active Duty Military and Uniformed Police Officers and Firefighters with the opportunity to ride Omnitrans buses for free, excluding Access service.

The proposed fare change will be brought before the Omnitrans Board of Directors for consideration in October 2014. If approved, it will become effective January 2015.

The public is invited to submit comments until Monday, September 22, 2014 by 5:00 P.M. using one of the methods listed below.

BY MEETING:
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
Omnitrans Large Lobby Conference Room
1700 West Fifth Street
San Bernardino, California 92411
3:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.

BY MAIL:
Omnitrans, 1700 West Fifth Street, San Bernardino, California 92411
Attention to Marketing & Planning Department. 

BY PHONE:   Call (909) 379-7150

BY EMAIL:    tembi.morales@omnitrans.org.

BY ONLINE COMMENT FORM:

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West Valley Connector Information Meetings

Posted on May 25, 2014 by | Leave a comment

Omnitrans West Valley Connector Project MapClick project map above for larger view.

View details of the proposed service here.

Omnitrans is planning premium transit service for the West Valley along current Route 61 and 66 corridors.  Come learn about how the proposed service could reduce travel times, increase ridership, connect major activity centers and employment centers, promote development, and provide convenient connections to Metrolink. Spanish interpretation and light refreshments provided at public meetings. Locations are listed below

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PUBLIC MEETINGS

Tuesday, June 3, 2014
4-7 PM  Presentations at 4:30 and 6:30
Ontario Senior Center
225 East B Street, Ontario, CA 91764

Wednesday, June 4,  2014
4-7 PM  Presentations at 4:30 and 6:30
North Hills Community Church
10601 Church Street, Suite 118
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730

INFORMAL RIDER INFORMATION SESSIONS

Drop by before or after your Omnitrans trip.

Tuesday, June 3, 2014
7-10 AM at Fontana Transit Center

Thursday, June 5,  2014
3-6 PM at Ontario Mills Mall Transfer Center

For more information contact: Omnitrans Planning Dept.
(909) 379-7250,  tembi.morales@omnitrans.org

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