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

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 1-800-574-8322. Willacy County has curb-to-curb demand-response service rather than fixed routes — the bus comes to the kerb outside your home. It normally runs Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM. Valley Metro charges $1.00 for riders 60 and older, half the $2.00 adult fare; transfers between buses are $1.00. Call the Valley Metro regional call centre on 1-800-574-8322.

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

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Valley Metro Senior Half-Fare (Age 60+) — Willacy 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 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 — 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 fare is ongoing; paratransit eligibility periodically recertified