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How to apply for CityLink (Greater Peoria Mass Transit) — Free Senior Fare + CityLift Paratransit (Tazewell County)

CityLink / Greater Peoria Mass Transit District

Who it's for

Tazewell County public transportation is CityLink, the Greater Peoria Mass Transit District, which serves Pekin, East Peoria, Creve Coeur, Marquette Heights, and the broader Peoria metro. DISTINCTIVELY, seniors 65+ and people with disabilities can qualify for a transit card that gives FREE rides (renewed every two years); with a valid senior ID the fare is just $0.50. CityLift provides ADA paratransit and CountyLink serves rural Tazewell. The Illinois Benefit Access Program adds free/reduced fares for income-eligible riders 65+. Get a reduced-fare or free-ride transit card at CityLink's Transit Center (407 SW Adams, Peoria).

Tazewell: CityLink — seniors 65+ ride FREE (transit card) or $0.50 with ID; CityLift paratransit + CountyLink rural; serves Pekin/East Peoria.

What you'll need

Proof of age 65+ (or a Medicare card / proof of disability)
Proof of Tazewell County / Illinois residency
Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 309-676-4040

Renewals

transit card renews every 2 years

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