Proclamation
Transit Driver Appreciation Day
March 18, 2024
Whereas, Manteca transit provides valued public transportation through fixed-route and paratransit services to the City of Manteca that is safe, dependable and easy to use; and Whereas, the City of Manteca initiated public transit service in November 2006. Manteca Transit currently operates four fixed routes and three buses in the Paratransit service; and Whereas, In addition to meeting stringent safety requirements, transit team members must demonstrate customer service, patience, empathy, and understanding to create a welcoming environment for community members and visitors; and Whereas, Communities across the United States observe Transit Driver Appreciation Day each year on March 18; Transit Driver Appreciation Day is an annual event to celebrate the essential service of public transit operators; and Whereas, Bus operators keep our community moving. Through storms and sunny weather. They were and are with us every step of the way. On Transit Driver Appreciation Day, we recognize and honor their dedication in giving 100% every day; and Now, Therefore, I, Gary Singh, Mayor of the City of Manteca, on behalf of City Council, do recognize March 18, 2024, as Transit Driver Appreciation Day. I encourage all residents to incorporate public transit into their transportation routines; to become advocates for local public transit; and, most important, to thank our bus operators at every opportunity.
DATE: March 19, 2024
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Mayor Gary Singh
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Mayor Singh • Vice Mayor Breitenbucher • Councilmember Halford • Councilmember Morowit • Councilmember Nuño