A summer ride program for St. Joseph youth is in its third year. 

St. Joseph Transit General Manager Mary Gaston said the summer youth pass was introduced to make it more affordable for families to let kids ride the buses throughout the summer. 

“It has done well, we’ve been pleased with the results each year, a little bit more activity and interest in it,” Gaston said. “It’s a great promotion for kids, not only does it give them the pass to ride the buses all summer long from the time school gets out until school starts again in the fall, but there are some pretty good discounts and freebies that come with it.” 

Gaston said they partner with Mustangs baseball and each passholder can get a free ticket to a home game. There are other offers including one free swim at the Aquatic Park. 

Passes can be purchased for $30 for unlimited rides all summer for anyone ages six to 18. Children younger than 9-years-old must have someone ride with them. For more information, click here or call (816) 233-6700.