Wellington’s Ride Well service adding another vehicle to fleet | 24CA News
The County of Wellington’s Ride Well Rural Transit Service gives on-demand, door-to-door transportation throughout Guelph and Wellington County. The County introduced that as of this Monday, July 17, will probably be including an extra car to the fleet to cowl peak durations in the course of the morning and afternoon.
“There was an influx of people trying to book rides in the morning and afternoon that we were not able to service just due to a lack of supply,” stated James Vaclavek, the County’s financial growth officer. “We wanted to make sure that we were providing a quality level of service, and servicing our community that has demand for it.”
The service makes use of ridesharing expertise to extend its effectivity. Unlike different ridesharing companies like Uber, Ride Well has its personal full-time drivers. Vaclavek stated this service is very preferrred for these residing in rural areas who don’t personal a automobile or is ready to drive.
“It’s been great for people who need to go to the grocery store, get to medical appointments, and go to work” Vaclavek stated. “It’s been really positive, and we’re really proud to provide this to the community.”
The Ride Well service averages about 30 to 40 rides a day, 600 to 800 rides a month, and operates Monday by means of Friday. Jeff Duncan, Economic Development Committee Chair stated these numbers are anticipated to go up.
“The County recognizes that now is the time increase our service hours to accommodate this growth.”
For info on the Ride Well Rural Transit Service could be discovered by going to the County of Wellington’s web site.
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