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How to apply for Mercer County Community Transit (MCCT) + Shenango Valley Shuttle Service (SVSS) (Mercer County)
Mercer County / regional transit operator — Mercer County Community Transit (MCCT) operates fixed-route bus across Hermitage + Sharon + Farrell + commuter routes. Shenango Valley Shuttle Service (SVSS) provides additional regional service. PA Senior Free Transit Program FREE for age 65+. Connections to BCTA (Beaver) and Lawrence County transit at borders.
Who it's for
Mercer County Community Transit (MCCT) + Shenango Valley Shuttle Service (SVSS) covers Mercer County. Mercer County Community Transit (MCCT) operates fixed-route bus across Hermitage + Sharon + Farrell + commuter routes. Shenango Valley Shuttle Service (SVSS) provides additional regional service. PA Senior Free Transit Program FREE for age 65+. Connections to BCTA (Beaver) and Lawrence County transit at borders.. PA Senior Shared Ride program — funded by PA Lottery, age 65+ pays $1-3 per essential trip. Apply for senior fare through the local transit authority or Mercer AAA at 724-662-3800.
Mercer: PA Senior Free Transit + Senior Shared Ride. Erie has 'the e' (EMTA, ride-the-e.com — DISTINCT from Endless Mountain Transit Authority).
What you'll need
- Proof of Mercer County / PA residency
- Proof of age 65+ (PA Senior Citizen Transit ID OR PennDOT ID)
- For paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 724-981-2880
Renewals
Senior ID is permanent
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