PORTLAND, Ore. — Public transit companies Trimet and C-TRAN will offer people free service spanning the Portland and Vancouver areas during New Year's Eve.
Trimet said it is continuing its annual tradition with support from the Oregon Department of Transportation.
"This is a way of cutting down on impaired driving," said Trimet spokesperson Tyler Graf. "We want people to be able to enjoy themselves without worrying about how they're getting home."
Starting at 8 p.m. New Year's Eve through about 3 a.m. people can ride free on Trimet buses and MAX lines. Because of ongoing wintery conditions and varying transit schedules, Graf urged people to plan their trip with Trimet online.
"We want to make sure everybody gets home safely, make sure the roads are safe and pedestrians are safe," Graf said.
C-TRAN in the Vancouver area is offering free New Year's Eve service starting at 6 p.m. Some lines will also have extended hours into the early morning.
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