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Cape Cod Smart Transportation Week | June 23 – 29, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 20, 2019 INFORMATION FROM THE CAPE COD COMMISSION | BARNSTABLE COUNTY

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Media Contacts: Steven Tupper, Transportation Program Manager, Cape Cod Commission 508-362-3828

Kathy Jensen, Consumer Affairs Manager, Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority 508-775-8504 x200

Cape Cod Smart Transportation Week  June 23 – 29, 2019

BARNSTABLE COUNTY, MA—The Cape Cod Commission (CCC) and the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) and our transportation partners in the region will be promoting smart transportation options on Cape Cod during the week of June 23-29. Throughout the week, a series of activities will promote the use of transportation modes which reduce traffic impacts caused by single-occupant vehicles throughout the Cape.  From our world-class bike trails to the Steamship Authority and Hy-Line ferry services, Cape Cod has transportation choices to get you where you need to go – reducing congestion and helping us all breathe a little easier.

Cape Cod Smart Transportation Week is an annual event designated as the last week in June by the Barnstable County Commissioners.  Transportation week supports ongoing work by the CCC and the CCRTA to plan for and assist in implementing improvements to the region’s transportation infrastructure and services.  Creative commuters can log in their “smart” trips (e.g., carpooling, transit, bike, walking, etc.) into Agile Mile (www.agilemile.com) to find greener travel options and earn rewards.

Cape Cod Smart Transportation Week 2019 will feature several events and activities, including:

Monday, June 24, 2019 – Bus Transportation Day

Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority, Peter Pan Bus Company, Plymouth & Brockton and other bus operators provide Cape Cod residents and visitors with mobility options around the Cape and beyond.
Tweet a photo of your smart commute with the hashtag #capecodsmart and be entered into a drawing to win a free CCRTA 31-Day fixed route pass.

Peter Pan Bus Lines is celebrating Transportation Week with the launch of their partnership with CCRTA. The two transportation services came together to provide better transportation on Cape Cod. The event will take place on Monday, June 24th at 10 am, at the Hyannis Transportation Center located at 215 Iyannough Rd, Hyannis, MA.

The launch will begin with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Thomas Cahir Administrator for the CCRTA and Peter Picknelly, Peter Pan CEO.  After, attendees are invited to enjoy light refreshments and tour the inside of a brand new Peter Pan bus. Media and the public are welcome to attend.

Tuesday, June 25, 2019 – Ferry Day and Aviation Day

On this day, Smart Transportation Week will focus on the important role that water transportation plays in linking the Cape to Boston and the Islands.  The Steamship Authority and Hy-Line Ferry are partners in providing a robust multi-modal network for Cape residents and visitors.

This summer, Hy-Line is offering an evening special to the Vineyard from Hyannis, for only $25 round trip!  A few hours are just enough time to give you a little taste of Martha’s Vineyard.  Leave Hyannis on the ferry at four-fifty, arriving in downtown Oak Bluffs in one hour, and depart Oak Bluffs that same night. Some restrictions apply.  Visit us online at hylinecruises.com for details.

The Steamship Authority is offering a $50 Same Day Round-Trip Fare to Nantucket. This special round-trip fare from Hyannis to Nantucket on their high-speed ferry offers an affordable day trip to Nantucket for both visitors and residents on Cape Cod. Passengers can travel on the same day round-trip on the high-speed ferry from Hyannis to Nantucket Monday through Thursday at the following rates: Adults:$50.00; Senior Citizens*:$40.00; Children (ages 5-12):$25.00. To reserve this round-trip rate, visit https://www.steamshipauthority.com/reservations/tickets or call 508-495-FAST.

Barnstable Municipal Airport‘s purpose is to provide a safe and superb air travel experience and high-quality aviation activities to the citizens of the Town of Barnstable, the Cape Cod region, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. As a non-hub primary airport and a major transportation facility, their goal is to foster local economic growth; and to ensure that the airport remains an integral part of the regional transportation plan in an effort to meet the demand for present and future air travel.  The Airport welcomes the celebration of Smart Transportation Week 2019 by imploring citizens to utilize this regional airport facility for your traveling needs or even your community event needs. Did you know that the Airport hosts a number of events right in the terminal?  From Cape Cod Young Professional’s Annual Back to Business Bash with over 900 people in attendance to Cape Cod Concert Band’s weekly practice location (the acoustics are great)! Come by the Airport on Tuesday, June 25th for giveaways.

Wednesday, June 26, 2019 – Commuter Rally

The Cape Cod Commission, the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority will sponsor a Commuter Rally from 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. in the parking lot of the Barnstable County complex (behind the Cape Cod Commission building) off Route 6A in Barnstable village. The rally will also feature a free 10-minute “Beach Viewer” CCRTA bus ride that will depart at 12:30 P.M. from the county parking lot, travel to Millway Beach in Barnstable and return to the County lot.  Information and giveaways will be provided.  Participants who bring their bikes will receive a free bike safety equipment (lights, reflectors, etc. – courtesy of Barnstable County Bike Safety Initiative and MassRides).

Thursday, June 27, 2019 – Bike and Ped Day

Join the Friends of the Bourne Rail Trail at the Shining Sea Bike Trail parking lot in North Falmouth on Thursday, June 27th from 8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. where they will be handing out information and free bike lights. The Friends will provide an overview of the plans to connect the Shining Sea Bikeway in Falmouth with the Cape Cod Canal in Bourne.

Friday, June 28, 2019 – CapeFLYER Day

The Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority culminates the Smart Transportation week with a raffle for two CapeFLYER round-trip (Boston-Hyannis) train tickets.  Check out the CapeFLYER social media pages for details to win.

For additional information, check the Cape Cod Commission’s web site www.capecodcommission.org/smart  and the News section of the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority’s web site www.capecodrta.org.

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 ABOUT THE CAPE COD COMMISSION:

Cape Cod Commission is the regional land use planning, economic development, and regulatory agency created in 1990 to serve the citizens and 15 towns that comprise Barnstable County, Massachusetts, better known as Cape Cod. The Commission works toward maintaining a healthy balance between economic progress and environmental vitality. “Keeping a special place special” describes the agency’s mission to protect the region’s unique qualities. The 19-member volunteer Cape Cod Commission board represents a wide spectrum of the community and provides oversight for a staff of 40 professionals. The Commission is responsible for regional planning, policy, and regulations to help manage growth, and the agency supports the Cape’s 15 towns with cost-effective planning and technical services. For more information, visit:  www.capecodcommission.org

 ABOUT THE CAPE COD REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY:

The Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority (CCRTA) is one of 15 regional transit authorities within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and has been providing public transportation services since 1976 to residents and visitors as well as consumers of state agencies and human service organizations for all 15 Cape Cod communities. Cape Cod (Barnstable County) towns include Barnstable, Bourne, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Falmouth, Harwich, Mashpee, Orleans, Provincetown, Sandwich, Truro, Wellfleet, and Yarmouth. The CCRTA owns and operates the Hyannis Transportation Center in downtown Hyannis and the state-of-the-art CCRTA Operations and Maintenance Facility in South Dennis. For more information, visit: www.capecodrta.org