How to apply for Cobre Valley Community Transit — Gila County Senior and Disabled Riders

Who it's for

Copper Mountain Transit, run by the Town of Miami, provides demand-response, curb-to-curb dial-a-ride service across Globe, Miami, and a large unincorporated area of Gila County, mostly for low-income riders, students, and older adults and people with disabilities. Dial-a-ride fares are $1 per zone (four zones), with a $55 Dial-a-Ride pass; seniors and people with disabilities pay a reduced $0.50 fare on fixed routes. Gila County senior centers also provide van rides through the Region V Area Agency on Aging. Call 1-928-473-8222 to schedule a ride or ask about service hours and coverage.

What you'll need

• For dial-a-ride scheduling: name, pickup and drop-off addresses, and trip time
• Documentation of disability may be requested for accessible service

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Cobre Valley Community Transit — Gila County Senior and Disabled Riders. 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 for dial-a-ride scheduling: name, pickup and drop-off addresses, and trip time, documentation of disability may be requested for accessible service — 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

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