Free Bus Rides on Election Day
By Lee Nichols, 11:13AM, Fri. Nov. 3, 2006
Okay, you just lost your last excuse for not voting. Capital Metro says:
"AUSTIN, Texas, November 3, 2006 – Central Texas voters will have an easy option for getting to the polls on Election Day. Capital Metro will offer free rides on all bus routes on Tuesday, November 7. 'We are proud to offer Central Texas citizens a convenient transportation option on Election Day,' said Capital Metro President/CEO Fred Gilliam. Destination signs on all buses will include a message about the free rides as a reminder to passengers. Customers can plan their route to the polls using Capital Metro’s convenient online trip planner at www.capmetro.org, or by calling (512) 474-1200."
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