Sponsored by the Kings County Area Public Transit Agency, the AITS program can provide you with reliable transportation to and from work. All at a lower cost than you’re probably paying now. All to keep you and our roadways as safe as possible. For program specifics, please click on any of the questions below:
How does AITS ensure safety?
Vanpool drivers must have a Class C license, pass a required physical and provide a DMV printout showing proof of a clean driving record. The vans themselves are also equipped for safety. Each one is outfitted with a Global Positioning System, so the driver can locate help should an emergency arise. The vans also carry first aid kits, fire extinguishers and roadside safety items. And for maximum peace of mind, every van in the program is fully covered by a $2 million insurance policy.
What is the cost to drivers and riders?
A one-time start-up grant provided money to set-up the AITS program and purchase the 15-passenger vans. The money to sustain and expand the program comes from the riders themselves. Workers pay a modest fee to ride an AITS vanpool -- far less than the $5 per day most workers must pay to ride in an unsafe, unreliable vehicle. The payments cover the Agency’s cost of maintaining and insuring the vans, as well as the cost of replacing them when they wear out. The drivers receive no pay -- they’re simply farm workers who volunteer to operate a vanpool. And enjoy the benefits of a safe, affordable, reliable commute to work.
What is the cost of AITS to employers?
Participation in the program is free to employers.
How do I get more information about AITS?
Contact the Kings County Area Public Transit Agency at 866-655-5444.
Get to work safely, reliably and affordably – get into the AITS program!
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