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How to apply for Randolph County Senior Transportation + Benefit Access (Randolph County)

Monroe Randolph Transit District (MRTD)

Who it's for

Randolph County public transportation is the Monroe Randolph Transit District (MRTD), the primary provider for Randolph and Monroe counties — demand-response curb-to-curb service (call to schedule) on ADA lift-equipped vehicles serving Chester, Sparta, Red Bud, Steeleville, and beyond. MRTD also runs the MRTD Express toward the St. Clair County Transit District / MetroLink. The Illinois Benefit Access Program adds free/reduced fares for income-eligible riders 65+.

Randolph: Monroe Randolph Transit District (MRTD) demand-response + Illinois Benefit Access free/reduced fare for 65+.

What you'll need

  • Proof of age 60+ (or a Medicare card)
  • Proof of Randolph County / Illinois residency
  • Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 618-826-2455

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Randolph County Senior Transportation + Benefit Access (Randolph County). 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 proof of age 60+ (or a medicare card), proof of randolph county / illinois residency, photo identificationis 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

as-needed / pass multi-year

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