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How to apply for Decatur Public Transit System — Senior Reduced Fare + Operation Uplift Paratransit (Macon County)
Decatur Public Transit System (DPTS, City of Decatur)
Who it's for
Macon County public transportation is the Decatur Public Transit System (DPTS), the City of Decatur's fixed-route bus network, plus Operation Uplift (ADA curb-to-curb shared-ride paratransit for people who can't use the fixed-route buses) and Decatur Moves microtransit. Seniors 65+ and people with disabilities ride at a reduced fare, and income-eligible riders 65+ can ride free through the Illinois Benefit Access Program. Apply for a reduced-fare or Operation Uplift ID through DPTS.
Macon: DPTS fixed-route + Operation Uplift paratransit + Decatur Moves microtransit; senior reduced fare, free via Benefit Access.
What you'll need
- Proof of age 65+ (or a Medicare card / proof of disability)
- Proof of Macon County / Illinois residency
- Photo identification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 217-424-2800
Renewals
ID valid multi-year
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