DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Regional Transit Authority (DART) will offer free rides to polling locations on Election Day this year.
On Nov. 5, Iowans can ride free on any of DART's local or express route services throughout the day.
“We hope offering free rides on Election Day allows more central Iowans to participate in voting,” said Erin Hockman, chief strategy Officer at DART. “In addition to providing essential bus services that help thousands of people get to vital destinations every day, DART is proud to offer opportunities that promote a quality life for all central Iowans.”
Central Iowa residents are encouraged to find their polling place via the Iowa Secretary of State's website. Then, they can use the MyDART Trip Planner to find the best route to get to the polls.
In addition, DART's Paratransit Bus Plus riders can reserve a free ride to and from their polling location. All they have to do is reserve the ride at least a day in advance by calling DART Customer Service at 515-283-8136.
Riders using DART On Call and DART On Demand are not eligible for a free ride.
