How to apply for MetroLINK (Rock Island County Mass Transit) — Senior Half Fare (60+), Free with Benefit Access (65+) + Paratransit (Rock Island County) in Illinois

Who it's for

Rock Island County public transportation is MetroLINK, the Rock Island County Metropolitan Mass Transit District, serving the Illinois Quad Cities — Rock Island, Moline, East Moline, Milan, Silvis, Carbon Cliff, Hampton, and Colona (with connections across the Mississippi River to Davenport/Bettendorf, Iowa). Riders age 60 and older pay the Honored Citizen half fare ($0.50 instead of the $1.00 adult fare, with half-price ticket books and punch passes) by showing a photo ID with proof of age or a Metro Reduced Fare Card. Seniors 65+ and people with disabilities who are enrolled in the Illinois Benefit Access Program ride FREE on fixed-route buses with a Metro Benefit Access ID (renewed every two years). MetroLINK also runs ADA paratransit ($2 one way). Apply for a Reduced Fare Card or Benefit Access ID at MetroLINK's Centre Station in Moline.

What you'll need

• Proof of age 60+ for the half fare (driver's license or state ID), or a Medicare card / Social Security disability letter
• Illinois Benefit Access enrollment (age 65+) for the free-ride benefit
• Proof of Rock Island County / Illinois residency
• Photo identification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about MetroLINK (Rock Island County Mass Transit) — Senior Half Fare (60+), Free with Benefit Access (65+) + Paratransit (Rock Island 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+ for the half fare (driver's license or state ID), or a Medicare card / Social Security disability letter, illinois Benefit Access enrollment (age 65+) for the free-ride benefit, proof of Rock Island County / Illinois residency — 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

Benefit Access ID every two years