Fare Changes Proposed for The Link
The LINK Public Transit invites public feedback on proposed rate changes for one-way fares. The proposed changes are: 1) to decrease Fixed Routes fares within The Dalles city limits from $1.50 to $1.00 per one-way ride, and 2) to increase Dial-a-Ride service fares within The Dalles city limits from $1.50 to $2.00 per one-way ride. These changes are scheduled to go into effect on May 29, 2023, but could occur later if extra time is needed to address any concerns brought out by this process.
These changes will make the Link’s prices equal to the fares that have been established by our partner transportation agencies within the Gorge Translink Alliance. The Link, CAT, Mt. Adams Transportation and Skamania County Transit Service are working together to establish a Regional Transit system with consistent fare prices. Read more about the Gorge Regional Transit Strategy here!
The GOrge Pass will continue to provide unlimited fixed route service for riders with all four agencies through December 31st, at an annual price of $40 for adults and $20 for kids under 17. Learn more about the GOrge Pass at gorgepass.com.
The LINK also continues to offer discounted or free passes (both GOrge Passes and/or Dial-a-Ride rickets) to low-income riders through the Gorge Transit Connect program. For more information about Gorge Transit Connect, contact Sara Crook at sara@mcedd.org or by phone at 541-296-2266 ext. 1007.
Your Feedback is requested!
Submit your comments through any of the options listed below:
1. Online via our Feedback Form.
or use the QR Code!
2. In person by attending one of our Open House Sessions on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at The Dalles Transit Center, 802 Chenowith Loop Road, The Dalles.
Morning: 10:00am to Noon
Afternoon: 4:00 to 6:00p.m.
3. Via direct email to Jesus Mendoza at jesus@mcedd.org or by phone at (541) 296-7595.
**As operator of The Link Public Transit service in The Dalles, Oregon, Mid-Columbia Economic Development District (MCEDD) is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of its programs and services on the basis of race, color, sex, or national origin, as protected by Title VI in Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Circular 4702.1.B.**
If you require accommodations, contact the Link’s Transportation Operations Manager, Jesus Mendoza, at (541) 296-7595 or by email at Jesus@mcedd.org.