BANGOR, Maine - The City of Bangor is again planning to help people get to the polls on Election Day using its Community Connector bus service.
But unlike in years past, this time, no one will need a ticket on Nov. 8. "Well, what we've done in the past is we've offered free rides to voters to and from the polls on the bus," says city official Meghan Collins. "This year what we're doing different is we're expanding that free option to all bus patrons."
Collins all buses, all day, will be free on Tuesday, Nov. 8, making it easier for citizens to vote - but also as a way to encourage those new to the bus to give it a try.
The Bangor City Council recently proclaimed November "Ride The Bus Month." Bangor's Community Connector service averages about a million rides per year.
