TARC Offers Fare-Free Service on General Election Day

November 4, 2024

The Transit Authority of River City (TARC) Offers “Ride to Vote” Service to Assist Voters on November 5

On Tuesday, November 5, TARC will provide fare-free service on all routes, helping passengers get to and from polling places for the General Election across the service area. This is a service TARC has provided for every general and primary election since 2020.

TARC will maintain its standard operations on all fixed routes during General Election Day. Passengers can bypass the fare box and take any route to help them reach their polling location or any other destination. TARC3 paratransit customers will also enjoy fare-free service on Election Day.

ELECTION DAY INFORMATION FROM THE JEFFERSON COUNTY CLERK:

Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on November 5. If you are in line by 6:00 p.m., you will be permitted to vote.

To find your polling location, visit JeffersonCountyClerk.org, navigate to “Voter Info,” and click “Where do I Vote?” Alternatively, you can call the Election Center at (502) 574-6100.

Registered voters in Kentucky must verify their identity when voting in person. Your ID must display your name and photo and should be issued by one of the following entities: the United States or the Commonwealth of Kentucky; the United States Department of Defense or a branch of the Uniformed Services, the Merchant Marines, or Kentucky National Guard; a public or private college, university, or postgraduate technical or professional school within the United States; or any governmental entity located in Kentucky.

If you do not possess or are unable to provide one of the aforementioned IDs, you may still cast a ballot by signing a sworn “Voter Affirmation Form” and presenting one of the following: a Social Security card; any ID issued by a Kentucky county approved by the State Board of Elections (must show your name); any card with your photo (must show your name); any food stamp ID card, electronic benefits transfer card, or supplemental nutrition assistance (SNAP) card issued by Kentucky (must show your name); or a credit or debit card (must show your name).

For more information on elections and voting, call (502) 574-6100, or connect online by visiting the Jefferson County Clerk’s election website at elections.JeffersonCountyClerk.org and on Facebook at facebook.com/JCCOKY