ECAT EXPANDING SERVICE IN NORTH COUNTY

Escambia County Area Transit will soon expand local bus service in North Escambia County. Starting February 20th smaller 9-10 passenger vehicles will be used to run an “on demand” service in the area north of Quintette Road, including Century, Bratt, McDavid, Walnut Hill and Molino. Riders will call ECAT a day in advance to schedule a ride in the area with pickup at their home or other location and local transport within the area. Riders must live within the service boundaries and rides are expected to cost between $1 and $2 each direction and will operate 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.

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