8/24/22 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (August 24, 2022) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) has been informed by its transportation contractor, MV Transportation, that one driver has tested positive for COVID-19. The driver last worked on Tuesday, August 23, 2022 on the Commuter A route. The driver is following the proper procedures for care.
All passengers who may be concerned about potential exposure are asked to follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and self-monitor for symptoms. Anyone who begins to exhibits symptoms should contact their health care provider immediately.
If an effort to protect employees and riders from the spread, the following procedures have been in effect: extensive disinfecting cleaning procedures for vehicles and common areas, installed plexiglass guards for drivers, and hand sanitizing stations are installed onboard vehicles. MMVTA also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing onboard vehicles.
4/19/22 UPDATE:
MASKS OR FACE COVERINGS ARE NOW OPTIONAL RIDING PUBLIC TRANSIT
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (April 19, 2022) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority announced an UPDATE to the current mask mandate. Riders are no longer required to wear masks or face coverings on MMVTA buses as of April 19, 2022.
Statement can be viewed at https://www.tsa.gov/news/press/statements/2022/04/18/statement-regarding-face-mask-use-public-transportation
MMVTA would like to thank all Riders and Drivers respecting the mandate during the required period.
For the latest updates, visit the website at www.mmvta.com, call the Transit Center at 724.489.0880 or call the Donora garage at 724.379.5956.
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4/13/22 UPDATE:
TRANSIT SYSTEMS MUST ENFORCE MASK REQUIREMENT UNTIL May 3, 2022
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (April 13, 2022) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority announced an extension to the current mask mandate. Riders are required to wear masks or face coverings on MMVTA buses until May 3, 2022.
Statement can be viewed at https://www.tsa.gov/news/press/statements/2022/04/13/tsa-extends-face-mask-requirement-through-may-3-2022
MMVTA is asking riders to respect the mandate in order to minimize transit delays that stem from mask conversations.
For the latest updates, visit the website at www.mmvta.com, call the Transit Center at 724.489.0880 or call the Donora garage at 724.379.5956.
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3/10/22 UPDATE:
TRANSIT SYSTEMS MUST ENFORCE MASK REQUIREMENT UNTIL APRIL 18, 2022
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (March 10, 2022) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority announced an extension to the current mask mandate. Riders are required to wear masks or face coverings on MMVTA buses until April 18, 2022, per the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Statement can be viewed at https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2022/s0310-TSA-masks.html
MMVTA is asking riders to respect the mandate in order to minimize transit delays that stem from mask conversations.
For the latest updates, visit the website at www.mmvta.com, call the Transit Center at 724.489.0880 or call the Donora garage at 724.379.5956.
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12/20/2021 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (December 20, 2021) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) has been informed by its transportation contractor, MV Transportation, that one driver has tested positive for COVID-19. The driver last worked on Thursday, December 16, 2021 on the Commuter A route. The driver is following the proper procedures for care.
All passengers who may be concerned about potential exposure are asked to follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and self-monitor for symptoms. Anyone who begins to exhibits symptoms should contact their health care provider immediately.
If an effort to protect employees and riders from the spread, the following procedures have been in effect: face masks are required when riding all MMVTA routes, extensive disinfecting cleaning procedures for vehicles and common areas, installed plexiglass guards for drivers, and hand sanitizing stations are installed onboard vehicles. MMVTA also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing onboard vehicles.
12/9/2021 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (December 9, 2021) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) has been informed by its transportation contractor, MV Transportation, that one driver has tested positive for COVID-19. The driver last worked on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 on the Commuter A (afternoon) route. The driver is following the proper procedures for care.
All passengers who may be concerned about potential exposure are asked to follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and self-monitor for symptoms. Anyone who begins to exhibits symptoms should contact their health care provider immediately.
If an effort to protect employees and riders from the spread, the following procedures have been in effect: face masks are required when riding all MMVTA routes, extensive disinfecting cleaning procedures for vehicles and common areas, installed plexiglass guards for drivers, and hand sanitizing stations are installed onboard vehicles. MMVTA also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing onboard vehicles.
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12/2/21 UPDATE:
TRANSIT SYSTEMS MUST ENFORCE MASK REQUIREMENT UNTIL MARCH 18, 2022
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (December 2, 2021) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority announced an extension to the current mask mandate. Riders are required to wear masks or face coverings on MMVTA buses until March 18, 2022, per the President’s order and announcement regarding efforts to combat the Omicron variant.
Statement can be viewed at Statement regarding face mask extension | Transportation Security Administration (tsa.gov).
MMVTA is asking riders to respect the mandate in order to minimize transit delays that stem from mask conversations.
For the latest updates, visit the website at www.mmvta.com, call the Transit Center at 724.489.0880 or call the Donora garage at 724.379.5956.
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10/6/2021 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (October 6, 2021) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) has been informed by its transportation contractor, MV Transportation, that one driver has tested positive for COVID-19. The driver last worked on Tuesday, October 5, 2021 on the Local 2 route. The driver is following the proper procedures for care.
All passengers who may be concerned about potential exposure are asked to follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and self-monitor for symptoms. Anyone who begins to exhibits symptoms should contact their health care provider immediately.
If an effort to protect employees and riders from the spread, the following procedures have been in effect: face masks are required when riding all MMVTA routes, extensive disinfecting cleaning procedures for vehicles and common areas, installed plexiglass guards for drivers, and hand sanitizing stations are installed onboard vehicles. MMVTA also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing onboard vehicles.
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9/23/2021 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (September 23, 2021) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) has been informed by its transportation contractor, MV Transportation, that one driver has tested positive for COVID-19. The driver last worked on Monday, September 20, 2021 on the Commuter A route. The driver is following the proper procedures for care.
All passengers who may be concerned about potential exposure are asked to follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and self-monitor for symptoms. Anyone who begins to exhibits symptoms should contact their health care provider immediately.
If an effort to protect employees and riders from the spread, the following procedures have been in effect: face masks are required when riding all MMVTA routes, extensive disinfecting cleaning procedures for vehicles and common areas, installed plexiglass guards for drivers, and hand sanitizing stations are installed onboard vehicles. MMVTA also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing onboard vehicles.
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8/25/21 UPDATE:
TRANSIT SYSTEMS MUST ENFORCE MASK REQUIREMENT UNTIL JANUARY 18, 2022
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (August 25, 2021) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority announced an update that riders are required to wear masks on MMVTA buses until JANUARY 18, 2022, per the UPDATED mandate from the Federal Security Administration (FSA).
MMVTA is asking riders to respect the mandate in order to minimize transit delays that stem from mask conversations.
For the latest updates, visit the website at www.mmvta.com, call the Transit Center at 724.489.0880 or call the Donora garage at 724.379.5956.
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6/25/21 UPDATE:
TRANSIT SYSTEMS MUST ENFORCE FTA MASK REQUIREMENT UNTIL SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
PRESS RELEASE – FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (June 25, 2021) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority announced a reminder that riders are required to wear masks on MMVTA buses until SEPTEMBER 13, 2021, per the mandate from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
This announcement comes with the news that Governor Wolf has lifted the masking order as of June 28, 2021, communicating that Pennsylvanians may choose not to wear a mask, unless they are required by a business or organization. “It is very important that the riding public understands that the June 28 announcement by the Governor does not change the facemask requirement for transit riders,” states Ashley Seman, Executive Director of the Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA).
While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has lifted the masking order for those who are fully vaccinated, it still requires those traveling on planes, buses, trains, and other forms of public transportation or at indoor transportation hubs to wear a mask. For more information visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/fully-vaccinated.html#vaccinated
MMVTA is asking riders to respect the mandate in order to minimize transit delays that stem from mask conversations.
For the latest updates, visit the website at www.mmvta.com , call the Transit Center at 724.489.0880 or call the Donora garage at 724.379.5956.
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2/11/21 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (February 11, 2021) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) has been informed by its transportation contractor, MV Transportation, that another driver has tested positive for COVID-19. The driver last worked on Monday, February 8, 2021 on the Local 1 Route. The driver is following the proper procedures for care.
All passengers who may be concerned about potential exposure are asked to follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and self-monitor for symptoms. Anyone who begins to exhibits symptoms should contact their health care provider immediately.
If an effort to protect employees and riders from the spread, the following procedures have been in effect: face masks are required when waiting for and riding all MMVTA routes, extensive disinfecting cleaning procedures for vehicles and common areas, installed plexiglass guards for drivers, and hand sanitizing stations are installed onboard vehicles. MMVTA also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing onboard vehicles.
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2/8/21 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (February 8, 2021) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) has been informed by its transportation contractor, MV Transportation, that one driver has tested positive for COVID-19. The driver last worked on February 7, 2021 on the Commuter A route driving all of the Sunday service. The driver is following the proper procedures for care.
All passengers who may be concerned about potential exposure are asked to follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and self-monitor for symptoms. Anyone who begins to exhibits symptoms should contact their health care provider immediately.
If an effort to protect employees and riders from the spread, the following procedures have been in effect: face masks are required when waiting for and riding all MMVTA routes, extensive disinfecting cleaning procedures for vehicles and common areas, installed plexiglass guards for drivers, and hand sanitizing stations are installed onboard vehicles. MMVTA also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing onboard vehicles.
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12/15/20 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (December 15, 2020) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) has been informed by its transportation contractor, MV Transportation, that one driver has tested positive for COVID-19. The driver last worked on December 7, 2020, on the Local 2 route in vehicle 499. The driver is following the proper procedures for care.
All passengers who may be concerned about potential exposure are asked to follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and self-monitor for symptoms. Anyone who begins to exhibits symptoms should contact their health care provider immediately.
If an effort to protect employees and riders from the spread, the following procedures have been in effect: face masks are required when waiting for and riding all MMVTA routes, extensive disinfecting cleaning procedures for vehicles and common areas, installed plexiglass guards for drivers, and hand sanitizing stations are installed onboard vehicles. MMVTA also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing onboard vehicles.
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9/30/20 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (October 1, 2020) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) will be reducing Commuter bus service and will not operate Express service beginning Saturday, October 10, 2020, due to substantial decreases in ridership brought on by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The following is a summary of route operations effective October 10, 2020:
Commuter A – Weekday & Saturday – MODIFIED SCHEDULE
Commuter A – Sunday – NO CHANGES
Express Routes 1, 2 & 3 – WILL NOT OPERATE
Cal Commuter – WILL NOT OPERATE
Local 1 – NO CHANGES
Local 2 – NO CHANGES
Local 3 – NO CHANGES
Weekender 1 – NO CHANGES
Weekender 2 – NO CHANGES
The reduced Commuter schedule is available by clicking HERE and will be on the buses ASAP. MMVTA Board of Directors approved the reduction of service at the September 24, 2020 meeting.
“This commuter service is really affecting us. Why run empty buses to and from Pittsburgh when this reduced schedule worked out well for us a few months ago? I know we’ve been talking about it the last few months and we’ve been hesitant to go back to that reduced schedule, but based off of these numbers, it’s just not feasible for us.” said MMVTA’s Executive Director, Ashley Seman.
MMVTA will continue to evaluate service levels to determine if further adjustments are needed and are working in close cooperation with federal and state agencies.
For up-to-date information, please frequently visit this service alert ; or to call MMVTA’s Administrative Offices 724-489-0880 or MMVTA’s Operations
Offices 724-379-5956. Customers are also encouraged to sign up for Rider Alerts HERE to receive updates via email and/or text messages.
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7/1/20 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (July 1, 2020) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority will now be requiring all riders to wear a mask or face covering while waiting for and riding public transportation per the recent signed order from the Secretary of the PA Department of Health. This will fully go into effect starting tomorrow, July 2, 2020.
6/1/20 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (June 1, 2020) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority will resume regular schedule starting Saturday, June 6, 2020. Please note, Local 2 will be on Break Schedule and Cal Commuter will not operate.
Also, we would like to thank all COMMUTERS for providing feedback by completing the Commuter Survey.
5/21/20 UPDATE:
Attention Commuters! WE NEED YOUR FEEDBACK!
As you know, Allegheny County did move to YELLOW phase on May 15th. We are asking for your feedback on when to resume the regular schedule for the Express & Commuter A routes.
CLICK HERE TO TAKE SURVEY AND PROVIDE FEEDBACK.
5/13/20 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (May 13, 2020) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority will start collecting fare media, including cash on all MMVTA buses starting Monday, June 1, 2020.
MMVTA is continuing to sterilize all buses and following the CDC and state guidelines to reduce the spread within the community. MMVTA also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing on-board vehicles and to wear a face mask when traveling on the vehicles.
Again, although public transportation is considered essential to our community, MMVTA is asking that riders only use public transportation for needed trips and use precautions while in public.
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4/16/20 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (APRIL 16, 2020) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) has been informed by its transportation contractor, MV Transportation, that one driver has tested positive for COVID-19. The driver last worked on April 6, 2020 on the Local 3 route. The driver is following the proper procedures for care.
All passengers who may be concerned about potential exposure are asked to follow the Center for Disease Control (CDC) guidelines and self-monitor for symptoms. Anyone who begins to exhibits symptoms should contact their health care provider immediately.
If an effort to protect employees and riders from spread, MMVTA began a reduced schedule on March 30, 2020, extensive disinfecting cleaning procedures for vehicles and common areas, installed plexiglass guards for drivers, placed a safe distance line on buses and went to free fare until further notice. MMVTA is also strongly encourages riders to practice safe distancing on-board vehicles and to wear a face mask when traveling on the vehicles.
Although public transportation is considered essential to our community, MMVTA is asking that riders only use public transportation for needed trips and use precautions while in public.
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4/9/20 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (APRIL 9, 2020) – North Charleroi Borough issued a state of emergency yesterday, April 8th. Starting immediately on April 9, 2020, the North Charleroi Transit Center will be CLOSED to the public to protect the staff and other riders from risk of the COVID-19 virus exposure. Our office will be fully operational to provide schedule information and other questions or concerns via phone and email. You can contact the Transit Center at 724.489.0880 or customersupport@mmvta.com.
3/24/20 UPDATE:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (March 24, 2020) – The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) will be reducing their fixed route bus service beginning Monday, March 30,
2020, due to substantial decreases in ridership and operational challenges brought on by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
MMVTA encourages public transit riders to practice social distancing while on-board vehicles and are offering free rides on all their routes as a means of minimizing contact
with equipment and drivers.
Following is a summary of route operations effective March 30, 2020:
Commuter A – Weekday & Saturday – MODIFIED SCHEDULE
Commuter A – Sunday – NO CHANGES
Express Routes 1, 2 & 3 – WILL NOT OPERATE
Cal Commuter – WILL NOT OPERATE
Local 1 – MODIFIED SCHEDULE
Local 2 – MODIFIED SCHEDULE
Local 3 – MODIFIED SCHEDULE
Weekender 1 – NO CHANGES
Weekender 2 – NO CHANGES
The reduced schedules are available by clicking HERE and will be on the buses ASAP. MMVTA, through their transportation contractor, MV Transportation, Inc., has worked with the transit union and has spent a great deal of time and effort to ensure appropriate levels of service are provided and that safety and cleanliness of equipment and facilities
are maintained.
“This temporary reduction will help to protect MMVTA’s front line employees, while still providing essential trips to our customers. The drivers and support staff are doing a
tremendous job in dealing with the current situation and I commend them for their efforts,” said MMVTA’s Executive Director, Ashley Seman.
MMVTA will continue to evaluate service levels to determine if further adjustments are needed and are working in close cooperation with federal and state agencies.
For up-to-date information, please frequently visit this service alert ; or to call MMVTA’s Administrative Offices 724-489-0880 or MMVTA’s Operations
Offices 724-379-5956. Customers are also encouraged to sign up for Rider Alerts HERE to receive updates via email and/or text messages.
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3/20/20 UPDATE: MMVTA will offer free rides on all MMVTA buses beginning today, March 20, 2020, in an effort to support riders, reduce driver contact and increase safety to the community. This policy will continue until further notice.
Note: If you have already purchased a monthly flash pass or connect card, contact MMVTA Transit Center at 724.489.0880 and we will be happy to exchange for ticket books or 10-trip connect cards.
Also, we are asking riders to practice safe distancing when boarding, exiting and traveling on the buses. To help in this effort, we will be placing a safe distance line on all buses. We are asking riders to stay behind this line. This may be an exception to elderly and passengers with disabilities.
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COVID & the BUS:
The Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority along with our contracted service provider MV Transit, want to assure you that we are taking all necessary precautions to prevent the spread of the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) in our service area.
To protect the well-being of our Riders & Employees, MMVTA & MV Transit have inherited the following cleaning process of our fleet:
In collaboration with our national cleaner supplier, ZEP, we will increase our use of the Spirit II disinfecting product on all vehicles and other hard surfaces throughout the yard.
Zep Spirit II is a Zep GreenLink product with an improved formula. It is a ready-to-use, hospital-grade, non-phenolic, germicidal cleaner and deodorant. It will quickly cut through grease and heavy soil. Spirit II will kill Tuberculosis, Canine Parvovirus, and HIV-1 on pre-cleaned, inanimate, non-porous surfaces. It conforms to CDC Bloodborne-Pathogens procedures for environmental surfaces. Use of Zep Spirit requires no dilution, mixing or measuring required, and is EPA registered. Zep Spirit II (EPA Reg # 1839-83-1270) has demonstrated effectiveness against viruses similar to COVID-19 on hard non-porous surfaces. Therefore, this product will be used against COVID-19 and should be used in accordance with the directions for use against Human Rotavirus, Rhinovirus Type 39, Hepatitis A virus, Poliovirus Type 1, and Canine Parvovirus on hard, non-porous surfaces. Refer to the CDC website (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html ) for additional information.
MV’s utility team will continue to provide the following cleaning services on vehicles using the Zep Spirit II daily:
MV’s utility team will continue to provide the following weekly detailing service on vehicles using the Zep Spirit II:
If you need additional clarification or assistance, please contact the Transit Center at 724.489.0880 or MV Transit at 724.379.5956.
Take care,
Ashley Seman
Executive Director
The mission of the Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority(MMVTA) is to provide safe, dependable and reliable public transportation services to the Middle Monongahela River Valley (Mid Mon Valley). MMVTA continues to partner with stakeholders to improve the quality of life throughout the areas served.
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