How to apply for Valley Metro Senior Half-Fare (Age 60+) — Willacy County

Who it's for

Valley Metro — the LRGVDC regional transit — is the principal public transit option for Willacy County residents. Unlike Cameron (Brownsville METRO) or Hidalgo (Metro McAllen), Willacy County has NO local city transit system — Raymondville (the county seat) and surrounding small communities depend entirely on Valley Metro's regional service for public transit access. Valley Metro charges $1.00 for elderly riders age 60 AND OLDER (vs $2.00 standard adult fare). The senior fare reduction is automatic on presentation of government-issued ID showing date of birth. Service frequency in rural Willacy is lower than in urban Cameron/Hidalgo communities. For accessible service, Metro McAllen Paratransit (956-681-3535) and Valley Metro RideChoice are coordinated through LRGVDC. Service questions and senior fare information: Valley Metro 956-682-7242.

What you'll need

• For Valley Metro senior fare (age 60+): government-issued ID with date of birth
• Proof of Willacy County residency
• For paratransit eligibility: completed paratransit application + functional assessment

Where to apply

Renewals

senior fare is ongoing; paratransit eligibility periodically recertified