On Saturday, January 14, Omnitrans will host an event at its San Bernardino Transit Center to collect community feedback on regional transit-related needs while inviting attendees to enjoy local artists at work, painting original work on bus stop benches to beautify local stops.
The agency is seeking feedback on its service offerings, communication, and technology as part of its ConnecTransit plan, in which Omnitrans partners with community organizations to conduct outreach and develop a sustainable transportation equity plan. The plan will define community-identified transit needs and prioritizes projects that enhance transportation equity and sustainability in the San Bernardino Valley.
“The ConnecTransit plan is an important element in Omnitrans’ planning for the future of transportation in our region, and community input is a critical piece of that plan,” said CEO/General Manager Erin Rogers. “Combining this feedback opportunity with a demonstration of our bus bench painting project featuring local community artists seems ideal.”
Omnitrans staff will be on hand between 9 am – 1 pm to demonstrate the technology, discuss issues and answer questions. Community members also are invited to visit with 10 local artists selected by the committee to paint bus benches that will be transported throughout Omnitrans’ service area as part of the agency’s popular beautification program. A kids’ bench decorating area and refreshments also will be provided.
For more information on the event or ConnecTransit plan, please visit omnitrans.org.