Lincoln County
The Outback Express is a scheduled demand responsive system offering service to older adults, persons with disabilities, and the general public in the sparsely populated but large geographic area of Cheyenne, Elbert, Kit Carson and Lincoln counties on the central plains. All vehicles are white with blue stripes and are clearly marked "Outback Express".
ECCOG's Outback Express
The four counties, working with their regional association, the East Central Council of Local Governments (ECCOG), cooperatively offer public transit services. This system is funded with a federal grant from the Federal Transit Administration through the Colorado Department of Transportation and with local government support.
A fare system has been established, based on 5 ½ cents per mile. The round-trip fare is charged from the pick-up location to the destination and back. One-way trips are accommodated (such as to DIA) if possible. Discounted fares subsidized by Older Americans Act Title III funds through the Area Agency on Aging are offered to persons over the age of 60.
Town of Limon
Using a vehicle partially funded by the ECCOG's Outback Express organization, the Town of Limon provides limited scheduled demand-responsive service twice per week. Hours are from 11 am to 2 pm. A fare of $1.00 allows the rider to make all stops necessary at the grocery store, pharmacy, clinic, bank, post office, etc. NOTE: The fare may have recently increased, please check with the Town for the most current information.
For More Information, please contact:
Phone: 719-775-2346
Fax: 719-775-9073
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
This service operates in Lincoln and Kit Carson counties with many trips driven by volunteer drivers. The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) provides worthwhile volunteer opportunities to persons 55 years and older in the Kit Carson/Lincoln county area.
All riders must be members of the RSVP program. There are no regular hours of operation, with trips scheduled for planned RSVP activities. Transportation is primarily limited to nursing homes, senior centers, and meetings. However, occasional trips are provided for social visits with friends and relatives and for recreational activities such as cultural and athletic events.
For More Information, please contact:
Phone: 719-765-4671
Fax: 719-765-4079
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