ATS Fixed Route Buses Unveiled Oct. 18 at Highland High School

ANDERSON, Ind. - Seven new fixed-route buses – a complete fleet replacement - will take to the streets of Anderson Friday. Mayor Kevin S. Smith and Highland High School administrators, students and parents will be given the first opportunity to examine the buses, Thursday, October 18 at 10:30 a.m. The selection of Highland High School, 2108 E. 200 N., also calls attention to the addition of the far northeast side school to the City of Anderson Transit fixed routes.

“Highland High School administrators have long sought city bus service to allow students and their parents transportation flexibility. We hope CATS buses will become as much a part of Highland High School life as band, choir, sports or any other school function,” said Mayor Smith. “It will also allow parents transportation to parent-teacher conferences or other events associated with their children.”

CATS General Manager Peter Heuer will also announce free fares for all fixed-route riders for one week, starting Friday, Oct. 19.

The new fixed route buses offer air conditioning, complete handicapped accessibility and bicycle racks. Recently, the city unveiled for new Nifty-Lift buses. Another four are set for purchase in 2008.