How to apply for Public Transit (Black River Area Development Corp.) — Lawrence in Arkansas

Who it's for

BRAD Public Transportation offers safe, affordable rides throughout Clay, Lawrence and Randolph counties, for work, medical appointments or errands. City routes run within and up to 5 miles outside the city limits of Walnut Ridge and Hoxie. County routes make scheduled trips to towns outside city limits. Everyone can ride; no income guidelines apply, and all buses are wheelchair accessible. City routes cost $2.00 per one-way trip, and county routes cost $10.00 per person. To schedule, call (870) 892-4547 or 1 (888) 723-4640 and press 0. For appointments, call at least one hour ahead; for county trips, call several days ahead.

What you'll need

• None — call to schedule a ride

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Public Transit (Black River Area Development Corp.) — Lawrence. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need none — call to schedule a ride — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

none