Effective July 1, Upper Cumberland Human Resource Agency’s (UCHRA) Public Transportation’s Go Route will be fare-free. “We are thrilled to be able to provide this vital transportation service free of charge,” said Holly Montooth, UCHRA Public Transportation Director. "Removing the fare makes our bus routes in Algood, Cookeville, Crossville, and McMinnville more accessible to everyone. [...]
The following article was published by Newstalk 94.1 and can be found here. The pay increase is effective July 1, 2024. Base pay for UCHRA Public Transportation drivers has been bumped up to $14 per hour after a vote from the Executive Board. Transportation Director Holly Montooth said drivers with their CDL can receive up to [...]
Connect Upper Cumberland, UCHRA Public Transportation’s route connecting the Upper Cumberland to destinations in Nashville and Murfreesboro, has unveiled a new look for the route’s buses. The new look differentiates the Connect route buses from the agency’s other transportation services and routes; making it easier for riders to identify. Connect Upper Cumberland provides daily trips [...]
UCHRA Public Transportation's Go Route ridership has seen remarkable growth across Cumberland, Warren, and Putnam counties, and the team is gearing up to introduce new features and routes to enhance our service further. Route Coordinator, Jerry Myers, says the Go Routes anticipate a 20 percent or higher growth in ridership compared to last year, which [...]
UCHRA Public Transportation's Ride to Recovery program is the subject of a recent feature published by the National Center for Mobility Management. Visit nationalcenterformobilitymanagement.org/blog/rides to-recovery-accessing-substance-use-disorder-treatment to read the article and visit ucpublictransit.com to learn more about UCHRA Public Transportation.
UCHRA Public Transportation is excited to announce the expansion of its driver recruitment campaign, Driven by Purpose, reflecting our commitment to our community and drivers. This heartfelt initiative highlights the significant impact of a driver's role in shaping UCHRA's public transportation services and strengthening community bonds. Mobility Manager, Jacklyn Medley, and the UCDD/UCHRA Marketing team [...]
