What is MyPass?

MyPass, which is available to kids 17 and younger, allows unlimited rides on SamTrans buses all summer long for only $35 – less than the cost of a tank of gas. The 2008 My Pass is good for travel through Aug. 31.

The MyPass is a win-win for kids and parents. Learning to use public transportation teaches kids important life-skills such as how to read a map, plan a social outing and make the best use of their time. And, parents get a vacation from driving the neighborhood carpool.

With a MyPass, there is no need to keep correct change on hand. Even after a trip to the mall, kids still have a safe ride home. The colorful plastic flash-pass can be carried in a wallet or back pack or attached to a key ring.

Introducing the SamTrans Summer Youth MyPass

Thousands of kids are getting a chance to travel all over San Mateo County thanks to what must be the biggest travel bargain on wheels – the SamTrans Summer My Pass. Kids 17 and younger are riding SamTrans all summer long for the low price of $35. That’s less than 40 cents a day.

With the increase in gas prices, the 2008 Summer My Pass is stretching family transportation budgets even further. A SamTrans MyPass gives kids freedom and flexibility to take the bus to their favorite destinations without needing to lean on someone for a ride. It’s a great way for young people to learn how to use public transportation, whether they’re getting to summer jobs or just riding for fun.

The Summer Youth Pass is valid through Aug. 31.

SamTrans Summer Youth My Pass Survey Ends

The SamTrans Summer Youth My Pass 2008 survey period is now over, and we appreciate all of our youth customers who took time to respond. More than 260 young people completed the survey, which was open from May 21 to July 15. We will be analyzing all the information we received to see how SamTrans can do a better job of serving our youth customers.

We are now compiling all the entry information and will soon be selecting the winners of the prizes that were available to those who completed the survey. Any one who fit the eligibility criteria and entered the contest onine or completed a printed survey could be chosen by random drawing to receive one of the prizes listed below.

Winners will be announced soon, and SamTrans will be contacting those who have won a prize. So keep checking this Web site for updates!

         • Apple iPod gift pack
         • Nintendo DS Lite player or digital camera
         • SamTrans September monthly passes
         • digital photo keychains

Testimonial:

"With the cost of gas, I think the Summer Youth MyPass is a great bargain. Knowing that my son can travel safely to his favorite destinations puts my mind at ease. SamTrans gives my son the freedom and independence to enjoy his summertime activities without me driving him."

Paula Meier, Redwood Shores mother whose son is a regular SamTrans monthly/summer youth pass rider.