CURRENT SERVICE ALERTS

Paratransit Operator Change

As of July 1, 2016 the operator for BRTA’s paratransit program has changed. Customers using the familiar purple and white vehicles will now call 499-2782 extension 3, to schedule their next ride. For a copy of the informational brochure, click the button below to download a PDF of the brochure. Paratransit Management of Berkshire (PMB),… [ read more … ]

Berkshire Regional Transit Authority (BRTA) has created a minor route adjustment to the Route 3 bus that services Williamstown and North Adams, in response to the closure of Price Chopper supermarket and the accessibility of West End residents to grocery shop. This discussion was prompted by Mayor Richard Alcombright, Northern Berkshire Interfaith Organization, and concerned… [ read more … ]

Due to customer feedback, the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority (BRTA) is announcing a change to the fixed route bus service for Pittsfield. At the Tyler Street Business Group’s Open House, a need to provide bus service to the Springside neighborhood was discussed. After reviewing this request BRTA’s bus routes will still provide service to Tyler… [ read more … ]

“Real Time” BRTA Bus Information Available

BRTA announces a system wide map complete with “real time” bus information. “Where’s my B-bus?” link allows BRTA customers access to the location of all fixed route vehicles. Choose the route you want to see, click on the bus traveling on your selected route, and zoom in on the map to find your location. Click on the… [ read more … ]

BRTA Route Efficiencies

The BRTA hosted 3 public meetings in early May to highlight service efficiencies which will be included in the Regional Transportation Plan. The presentation was also made to members of BRTA’s Committee on Disability Services. Comments received at the four informational sessions were included in a presentation provided to BRTA’s Advisory Board on May 28,… [ read more … ]

Passenger Survey Available Online

The Berkshire Regional Transit Authority will be conducting Passenger Surveys during the 2 week period of July 22 – August 3, 2013. Riders onboard select routes will be asked their opinion on topics ranging from bus size to frequency of service. The BRTA is testing a large print, fillable form PDF version of the Passenger… [ read more … ]