Youth
Summer of Safety
Dependable and Accessible Transportation for Lakeland, Winter Haven, Bartow, Ft. Meade, Frostproof and Surrounding Areas
The Summer of Safety program was developed to offer students a means of transportation during the summer months while school is out of session. Students can utilize this service to get out and visit family and friends, engage in recreational activities, grab a bite to eat or even take on a part-time job.
Rider Eligibility & Information
Riders must be 12-18 years of age and have a valid Polk County School I.D. or present the Summer of Safety Pass to receive a FREE RIDE. This service is available from the last day of school until August 18.
Summer of Safety Pass
To obtain a Summer of Safety Pass, please contact Kaley Raub, Assistant Director of Exterrnal Affairs at 863‑944‑2312 or KRaub@ridecitrus.com
Program Information
Dates: June 2 thru August 8
Open to Youth ages 12-18
Free Transit
To participate in the Youth Summer of Safety program, simply board one of the Citrus Connection buses at any of our convenient locations.
Riders must present their pass or a screenshot of their pass upon boarding.
Thank You
We thank New Beginnings High School for their funding of this program. In 2017, the Lakeland Area Mass Transit District Board of Directors funded the program. We’d like to thank Polk County Sheriff’s Charities for their sponsorship of the 2016 program. We appreciate the support in our efforts to keep students safe and active during the summer.
