How to apply for Mercer County Community Transit (MCCT) + Shenango Valley Shuttle Service (SVSS) (Mercer County) in Pennsylvania

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 — seniors 65+ pay 15% of the fare and the Pennsylvania Lottery Fund pays the other 85%, in every county of the state. Apply for senior fare through the local transit authority or Mercer AAA at 724-662-6222. MCCT is door-to-door and advance-registration: schedule trips by 2 pm the working day before at 724-981-6222. Riders age 60-64 may ride MCCT for $1 per trip through the Mercer County Area Agency on Aging subsidy (AAA transportation line 724-662-6222).

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

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Mercer County Community Transit (MCCT) + Shenango Valley Shuttle Service (SVSS) (Mercer 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 Mercer County / PA residency, proof of age 65+ (PA Senior Citizen Transit ID OR PennDOT ID), for paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification — 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

Senior ID is permanent