Lake County residents without a way to the poll today can take advantage of this free program!
Free rides were also available for early voting before Election Day at the Lake County Board of Elections.
“I’m too old to walk to polls and have no other way to get to vote,” Tirpak said. “I think it’s important to vote and appreciate Laketran can get me there and the convenience of early voting.”“Transportation should never be a barrier for someone to exercise their right to vote,” shared Laketran CEO Ben Capelle. “We’re more than happy to make sure our residents have access to the primary election so they can get to the polls or vote early.
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