Phone Issues and How to Contact Jaunt

November 8, 2022 Janet and Robin News

Jaunt has been experiencing intermittent issues with our phone system, a problem we are working to resolve as quickly as possible.

If you call the main number, (434) 296-3184, get through, and select option 3, you might experience silence on the line for up to three minutes. You are still connected and should wait.

If you call the main number and get an error message or are not connected, please call this temporary alternate number: 434-962-3999.

No matter what, the fastest and most efficient option is to use the online form on our website.

Thank you for your patience.

URGENT: Phones are Down at Jaunt

November 8, 2022 Janet and Robin News

We’re experiencing a problem with our phone system and are working as quickly as possible to get it resolved. In the meantime, please email us at trips@ridejaunt.org and we will answer your question via email. For reservations, fill out the schedule by email form here.

Same Day Service in Greene County

October 19, 2022 Janet and Robin Greene County

Greene County residents can now make same day reservations for rides within Greene County, Virginia from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

To make a reservation: Call (434) 296-3184 or email trips@ridejaunt.org

Jaunt’s 2022 Community Ridership Satisfaction Survey

September 12, 2022 Janet and Robin News

Please participate in Jaunt’s transit planning survey! Jaunt is conducting a Transit Development Plan to evaluate our current services, and to identify opportunities to improve those services in the future. Your participation in this survey is an opportunity for you to provide us with your feedback about our services and on possible improvements.

Two surveys are available: one for current riders (Rider Survey) and one for community members or non-riders (Community Survey).
The survey is open from Tuesday 9/6-Sunday 9/18.
Both surveys are available online via QR code, you can also find Rider Surveys on buses and Community Surveys are available either in civic service buildings and community hubs in each of the jurisdictions we serve.

Thank you for your input, we look forward to hearing from you!

Rider Survey URL: surveymonkey.com/r/jauntsurvey

Community Survey URL: surveymonkey.com/r/jauntcommunity

Jaunt, Inc. Seeks Candidates for Alternative Fuel Advisory Committee

May 17, 2022 Janet and Robin News

Feasibility study to begin June 2022

Jaunt, Inc. has partnered with Kimley-Horn to develop a high-level feasibility assessment for alternative-fueled vehicles for its fleet. In concert with this effort, Jaunt will convene an advisory committee of approximately 10-12 representatives from the community to share their opinions and perspectives, study issues, and develop recommendations in a focused, small group structure.

Jaunt will seek membership from each of the localities it serves, representing a broad cross-section of the community to lend diverse perspectives and voices to the effort. The committee will work to understand the challenges and opportunities presented by converting to alternative fueled vehicles; provide suggestions for feasibility and timeframe for Jaunt using alternative fueled vehicles; and promote community support for the recommendations.

The advisory committee will convene at three key points throughout the study, which is expected to be completed over 5-8 months, beginning in June 2022. During the meetings, the committee will discuss the study findings and formulate well-developed, thoughtful recommendations to Jaunt’s leadership on key decisions addressed during the course of the engagement. In making decisions, Jaunt’s leadership will consider the input from this advisory committee.

Interested citizens can learn more and apply online at www.ridejaunt.org/afac by Friday, May 27.

Jaunt, Inc. Announces Promotion of Ben Nemec to Director of Maintenance

April 26, 2022 Janet and Robin News

Nemec to step into his role effective immediately

Jaunt CEO Ted Rieck is pleased to announce the promotion of Ben Nemec to Director of Maintenance, effectively immediately.

In this role, Mr. Nemec will oversee the day-to-day management of the vehicle maintenance shop, as well as maintenance of the entire Jaunt fleet, facilities, equipment and components; and managing and supervising the work of the maintenance staff and contractors. An important element in overseeing Jaunt facilities is the maintenance of Jaunt’s radio tower contract, which facilitates critical communication between bus operators and dispatch.

“Ben has been a steadfast and committed Jaunt employee for nearly 15 years,” said Rieck in announcing Nemec’s advancement. “With this promotion, I’m proud to recognize his specific knowledge of Jaunt’s fleet as well as his considerable education and experience in automotive mechanics and maintenance management.”

“I have enjoyed serving Jaunt over the years,” said Nemec. “I’ve had the pleasure to watch the organization evolve and grow and I’m excited to continue to contribute to its growth in this new capacity.”

Mr. Nemec started his tenure at Jaunt in 2008 and brings 30 years of technical and mechanical skills to the role. He graduated at the top of his class in the Automotive Machinist program at Northwest Technical College in Bemidji, MN in 2001.