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Tempe Youth Transit Pass Program
The Tempe Youth Transit Pass Program allows
youth ages 6 to 18, who can provide proof of Tempe residency and age to ride the
bus and METRO light rail for free. In order to receive the
pass, youth 6 to 17 must:
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have their parent/guardian sign a
permission
form,
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have their parent/guardian accompany the youth
to the Transit Store, and
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bring the youth’s
birth certificate (and parent ID) when registering for the program.
Both the youth and parent/guardian
must be present to get the transit pass. Free
passes are available at the Tempe Transit Store, located at 200 E. Fifth
Street
Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free one hour
public parking is located at 117 E. Fifth St. across for the Transportation
Center.
Proof of Tempe residency:
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Your most recent utility bill
with a Tempe address (i.e., water, cable, electric, phone) AND
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A valid Arizona driver’s
license/photo ID card for youth or parent showing a Tempe address.
Proof of parental status must
include:
Proof of step parent status
must include:
Proof of guardianship must
include:
For people age 18 ONLY: Proof
of eligibility must include:
Where do I go to get my transit pass? You can get the pass at the Tempe
Transit Store located at 200 E. Fifth Street Monday through Saturday from
8
a.m. to 5 p.m.
What happens if I lose my card? You can get a new card by paying a $5
replacement fee. To get a replacement card, visit the Tempe Transit Store.
Is the Youth transit pass only good for
taking trips to school? No. You can use your transit pass to travel for any
purpose to any destination on any Valley Metro bus route or on the METRO light
rail line. Use your transit pass on weekends, holidays, and even during school
breaks.
How often do the METRO and buses run? The city of Tempe and Valley Metro offer bus
service seven days a week. Most Tempe buses run Monday through Saturday until 1
a.m. and Sunday until 10 p.m., with rush hour service every 15 minutes Monday
through Friday from 6 to 9 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. METRO runs seven days a week
every 10 to 15 minutes from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. (and every 20 minutes during all
other times) from 5 a.m. to midnight.
For a complete list of
routes and schedules, visit
www.valleymetro.org
or call 602-253-5000.
Can I ride the bus/METRO if I have a
disability? Yes. METRO and all Valley Metro buses are wheelchair
accessible.
What if I ride my bicycle to school? METRO and all buses are equipped
with bike racks, and most Tempe schools provide convenient bicycle parking so
you can bike and bus. |