PSTA Offering Free Rides on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Will Debut a Newly Wrapped Bus
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 10th, 2024
PSTA Offering Free Rides on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Will Debut a Newly Wrapped Bus
Pinellas County, FL – The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) is offering free transportation options on Monday, January 15th, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. PSTA will offer free service on routes: 5, SunRunner and Central Avenue Trolley for those interested in going to the City of St. Petersburg parade. PSTA will also be debuting a newly wrapped bus in the parade, featuring Dr. King himself.
“We feel it’s important to honor all aspects of our community and the people who play a huge role. In Pinellas, we are a diverse community, and we want to ensure everyone in our community is represented,” said Brad Miller, Chief Executive Officer at PSTA. “And what better way than with beautiful art that reflects the values, legacy, and mission of Martin Luther King Jr.”
The bus will provide service all throughout Pinellas County.
“We hope all who see this bus reflect on the work of Dr. King and keep moving toward his dream,” added Miller.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Stephanie Weaver
PSTA Communications & Public Relations Manager
O: (727) 540-1853 | C: (727) 249-6542
ABOUT PINELLAS SUNCOAST TRANSIT AUTHORITY
Since 1903, Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) serves as the premier public transit provider for Pinellas County, Florida’s most densely populated county. The SunRunner, Tampa Bay’s first-ever Bus Rapid Transit service, provides a reliable, car-free option from downtown St. Pete and St. Pete Beach. With 41 fixed-route bus routes, two express routes to downtown Tampa, the Suncoast Beach trolley, Jolley Trolley and Looper and their paratransit service Access, PSTA provides 10.2 million rides annually. For more information about PSTA, visit www.psta.net