CityBus riders enjoyed food, fun and free bus rides on Thursday for CityBus's "Dump the Pump" celebration.
According to John Metzinger, Manager of Development, CityBus provided 9,722 rides on Thursday, an increase over the 7,400 rides typically provided on a summertime weekday.
"That's a 31 percent increase," said Metzinger, who said bus operators reported seeing many new faces from riders trying out CityBus for the first time.
In addition to the rides, about a hundred people joined CityBus at Riehle Plaza for Subway sandwiches and drinks, to listen to music from WAZY, and to visit with CityBus staff.
"It made for a really nice day," said Metzinger. "We are very thankful to serve such a responsive community and to provide green transportation services that save people money."
