How to apply for Senior & Disabled Transit (SMTS, Inc.) — Phelps

Who it's for

SMTS, Inc. serves Phelps County with OATS Transit does NOT serve Phelps County (no /phelps page on oatstransit.org). SMTS, Inc. is the rural provider: door-to-door local and long-distance routes plus a DEVIATED FIXED ROUTE inside Rolla with multiple stops (https://ridesmts.org/rolla-fixed-route/). Local routes: Monday Rolla city limits and rural Rolla (medical appointments only); Tuesday southwest Phelps County; Wednesday northwest/northeast Phelps County; Friday northeast Phelps County and service to St. James. Appointments 7 am - 3 pm; reserve no later than 12:00 pm the day before. Long-distance: 2nd & 4th Monday, entire county. Base fares (door-to-door): $8 in town, $18 in county, $32 adjoining county. Suggested 60+ contribution rates: $4 in town, $9 in county, $20 adjoining county. Medicaid NEMT rides are free via MTM, 1-866-269-5927. Rolla office: 11470 Twitty Drive, Rolla, MO 65401.. Older adults and people with disabilities can use these services for medical appointments, shopping, and other essential trips. Rides are free or low-cost depending on the service. Call 573-364-7687 (Rolla office, local routes); 573-729-3133 (long-distance routes) for schedules, eligibility, or to book a ride.

What you'll need

• Proof of Phelps County residency
• Proof of age 60+ or disability for reduced fare

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Senior & Disabled Transit (SMTS, Inc.) — Phelps. 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 phelps county residency, proof of age 60+ or disability for reduced fare — 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

per trip / fare card renewal