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Find out
how much it cost to drive to work by simply filling
in the information below and clicking on Update
Cost.
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What is Worker's
Express?
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Workers
Express is a project funded by the Pennsylvania Department
of Transportation. It is a temporary program meant to
help low income clients get to and from work until they
are able to find more permanent transportation. The County
Assistance Office (CAO) currently screens applicants and
refers them to Monroe County Transportation (MCTA). MCTA
determines the most appropriate and cost effective service
to get you to and from work.
If you would like more information on this progam email
us. |
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Who can use Worker's
Express?
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Anyone
who is working, is a resident of Monroe County, and is
determined eligible by the CAO can use the service.The
rides are free for the first 30 days only.
After that time, you will be responsible for a co-pay,
payable to the driver each time you ride. Your co-pay
must be presented to the driver before your ride is provided.
The amount of your co-pay will be between $2.00 and $4.00
plus any applicable Day Care Stops ($1 each). |
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Hours
of Service:
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This program
operates seven days a week, and in most cases 24 hours
a day. |
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Where can I go?
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Transportation
is available throughout Monroe County and approved surrounding
areas. |
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How
do I Schedule Service?
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Once
you are approved by the CAO, you must call MCTA and ask
for Worker's Express. They will inform you who will be
providing your transportation and time of pick up. MCTA
is open Monday thru Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. It
is critical that MCTA reviews your needs so they may provide
the most cost effective means of transportation. You must call your weekly schedule into MCTA by 12:00 noon, Friday to reserve services for the following week. For last minute changes,
contact your transportation provider to see what procedure
you must follow. |
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Pick-up
Times:
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You
are expected to wait at the doorway of the address you
have given when scheduling your ride. Be sure you can
see and be seen by the driver. The driver can be up to
15 minutes early or 15 minutes late depending upon the
pick up time you have been given. Your transportation
provider can advise you of your pick up time. Plan
your ride accordingly. If your driver is more than 20
minutes late, call your provider immediately. |
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How
do I Register?
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To
apply, call Monroe County Assistance Office and ask for
Worker's Express (570) 424-3030. Don't forget to ask
about our vehicle Repair Program too! |
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Canceling
your Ride:
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If
you need to cancel your ride, do so at least two
hours in advance of your scheduled pick-up time by
calling your transportation providers. If you miss your
ride, contact your provider immediately. If you do not
cancel your ride, you will be considered a "no-show".
No-Shows can be costly. The first no-show is a verbal/written
warning. The second no-show is a $10 fee (due before your
next ride) and the third no-show could result in termination
from the program. |
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