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SUMMARY:Ride the Bus With Us! (Caldwell-Nampa)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Ride with VRT Staff!\nJoin Valley Regional Transit for a guided Learn to Ride event on Friday\, February 27th\, from 9:00–10:30 AM. We’ll meet at Happy Day Transit Center\, ride Route 42 together into Downtown Nampa\, explore the area\, and then head back to Happy Day Transit Center—all with VRT staff along for the ride. \nThis hands-on training is perfect for new riders\, folks who want a refresher\, or anyone curious about how to navigate routes\, timing\, and transit centers with confidence. Ask all your lingering questions\, see how the system works in real time\, and experience how easy it can be to get where you’re going by bus. \nAgenda:\nHappy Day Transit Center → Route 42 → Downtown Nampa → Route 42 → Happy Day Transit Center \nEvent Details \nMeeting Point: \nAddress: \nTime: 9:00-10:30 AM \nAgenda: Happy Day Transit Center → Route 42 → Downtown Nampa → Route 42 → Happy Day Transit Center \n \nYour bus pass for the training will be provided when you register — just show up ready to ride!\nAlong the way\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nPlan trips using VRT’s tools\nRead route maps and schedules\nTrack buses in real time\nPay your fare using the Umo Mobility app\, cash\, or a physical smart card\nLoad and secure your bike on the front-mounted bike rack\nUse Park & Ride locations to combine driving\, biking\, and bus travel\nAsk all your lingering\, “I’ve always wondered…” bus questions — no judgment\, we promise\n\nWhether you’re brand new to transit or just curious about how it all works\, this is a fun\, low-pressure way to explore Boise by bus — with VRT staff right there to help. \nWhat to Bring / What to Expect \nWhat to Bring \n\nYourself — no prior bus experience needed\nA smartphone (optional\, for exploring the Umo Mobility app & ETA Spot app)\nWeather-appropriate clothing for short outdoor stops\n\nWhat to Expect \n\nA free bus pass provided for the training\nA guided ride with VRT staff on Route 42\nPractice loading a bike on the bus\nA quick stop in the heart of Downtown Nampa\nHands-on help with trip planning\, fares\, bike racks\, and Park & Ride options\nPlenty of time to ask questions — big\, small\, or “I’ve always wondered…”\n\n\n*Winter / Weather Disclaimer \nThis event runs rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for weather conditions\, as participants will be outdoors briefly while boarding\, transferring\, and touring facilities \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions\, as we’ll be outdoors briefly while boarding and transferring. \nCan’t join us but want to learn as a group? \nVRT also offers custom group Learn to Ride trainings for workplaces\, schools\, nonprofits\, and community groups. \nTo schedule a group training\, email navigation@ridevrt.org. \nCome ride with us — curiosity encouraged\, confidence guaranteed
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/ride-the-bus-with-us-caldwell-nampa/
LOCATION:Happy Day Transit Center\, 5907 Cleveland Blvd\, Caldwell\, ID 83607\, Caldwell\, ID\, 83607\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Group Training,How to Ride,Outreach
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SUMMARY:Ride the Bus With Us! (Boise)
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Ride with VRT Staff!\nEver thought\, “I really want to try riding the bus someday” — but it just hasn’t happened yet? \nGood news: your someday is here. \nJoin Valley Regional Transit for a hands-on Learn to Ride event on Thursday\, February 26\, from 6–7 PM. This guided experience is designed to help you feel confident\, comfortable\, and ready to ride on your own. \nWe’ll meet at the Boise Towne Square Mall Park & Ride (just north of Dillard’s) at 6:00 PM\, hop on Route 7 Fairview at 6:15 PM\, and ride downtown to Main Street Station\, arriving around 6:32 PM. There\, you’ll enjoy a quick behind-the-scenes look at Boise’s underground transit hub before catching Route 29 Overland back to the mall\, arriving just after 7:00 PM. \n  \nEvent Details \nMeeting Point: Boise Towne Square Mall Park & Ride (north of Dillard’s) \nAddress: 350 N Milwaukee St\, Boise\, ID 83704 \nTime: 6:00–7:00 PM \nAgenda: Towne Square Mall → Route 7 Fairview → Main Street Station → Route 29 Overland → Towne Square Mall \nYour bus pass for the training will be provided when you register — just show up ready to ride!\nAlong the way\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nPlan trips using VRT’s tools\nRead route maps and schedules\nTrack buses in real time\nPay your fare using the Umo Mobility app\, cash\, or a physical smart card\nLoad and secure your bike on the front-mounted bike rack\nUse Park & Ride locations to combine driving\, biking\, and bus travel\nAsk all your lingering\, “I’ve always wondered…” bus questions — no judgment\, we promise\n\nWhether you’re brand new to transit or just curious about how it all works\, this is a fun\, low-pressure way to explore Boise by bus — with VRT staff right there to help. \nWhat to Bring / What to Expect \nWhat to Bring \n\nYourself — no prior bus experience needed\nA smartphone (optional\, for exploring the Umo Mobility app & ETA Spot app)\nWeather-appropriate clothing for short outdoor stops\n\nWhat to Expect \n\nA free bus pass provided for the training\nA guided ride with VRT staff on Routes 7 and 29\nPractice loading a bike on the bus\nA quick behind-the-scenes tour of Main Street Station\nHands-on help with trip planning\, fares\, bike racks\, and Park & Ride options\nPlenty of time to ask questions — big\, small\, or “I’ve always wondered…”\n\n  \n*Winter / Weather Disclaimer  \nThis event runs rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for weather conditions\, as participants will be outdoors briefly while boarding\, transferring\, and touring facilities \nPlease dress appropriately for weather conditions\, as we’ll be outdoors briefly while boarding and transferring. \nCan’t join us but want to learn as a group? \nVRT also offers custom group Learn to Ride trainings for workplaces\, schools\, nonprofits\, and community groups. \nTo schedule a group training\, email navigation@ridevrt.org. \nCome ride with us — curiosity encouraged\, confidence guaranteed \n 
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/ride-the-bus-with-us-boise/
LOCATION:Towne Square Mall P&R\, Towne Square Mall P&R\, Boise\, ID 83704\, Boise\, ID\, 83704
CATEGORIES:Community,Group Training,How to Ride,Outreach
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DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20260212T130000
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SUMMARY:2026 Idaho Transit Day at the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:2026 Idaho Transit Day at the Capitol\nHosted by the Community Transportation Association of Idaho (CTAI) \nJoin transit professionals\, community leaders\, and advocates from across the state for 2026 Idaho Transit Day at the Capitol—a dedicated day to elevate the role of public transportation in Idaho and engage in meaningful conversations about the challenges and opportunities facing transit agencies today. \nThis annual gathering brings together urban and rural voices to connect directly with peers\, partners\, and policymakers. Attendees will hear from national and local leaders\, participate in focused panel discussions\, and build a shared understanding of how transit supports mobility\, economic vitality\, and community well-being across Idaho. \nThe morning program will feature a keynote presentation from Scott Bogren\, Executive Director of the Community Transportation Association of America\, followed by panels exploring agency-wide operational challenges and the unique funding realities facing rural transit providers. The event will conclude with a hosted lunch at Main Street Station\, offering additional time for networking and discussion. \nWhether you work in transit operations\, planning\, advocacy\, or policy\, this event is an opportunity to learn\, share\, and help shape the future of transportation in Idaho. \n\nPreliminary Agenda\nIdaho State Capitol Building | Lincoln Auditorium \n9:00 AM – Welcome9:15 AM – Keynote Presentation• Scott Bogren\, Community Transportation Association of America \n10:00 AM – Panel: Agency Challenges10:45 AM – Break11:00 AM – Panel: Rural Funding Challenges12:00 PM – Lunch at Main Street Station \n\n\n\n\n\nLunch will be provided. Limited capacity\, register here: 2026 Transit Day at the Capitol \n\nCan’t make it on the 12th? Recordings and session materials will be posted here following Transit Day at the Capitol. \nTransit Day at the Capitol explores the vital role public transportation plays in Idaho’s communities and equip attendees with the tools needed to share the impact with peers\, neighbors\, and elected officials. The program runs until mid-day to allow time to meet with your representatives if you wish. To schedule time with your legislator(s)\, visit: legislature.idaho.gov/legislators/whosmylegislator
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/2026-idaho-transit-day-at-the-capitol/
LOCATION:Idaho State Capitol\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Boise\, ID 83702\, Boise\, ID\, 83702
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:VRT Executive Board Meeting | February (Remote)
DESCRIPTION:VRT Executive Board\n\nThe VRT Executive Board is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. It reviews matters related to budget\, finance\, operations\, governmental\, and legislative actions. The Executive Board focuses on the internal and operational issues of the agency and works closely with the executive director in the management of Valley Regional Transit. Members are the board chair\, past chair\, chair-elect\, vice-chair\, treasurer\, five at-large members from Ada and Canyon counties\, as well as a representative from Boise State University. \nThe Executive Board is scheduled to meet on the first Monday of every month but September. The meetings are held at 11 a.m. in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nEXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\n\nbold = Board officers
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-executive-board-meeting-february-remote/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive Board,Governance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20260130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20260130T130000
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SUMMARY:Ride the Bus With Us!
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Ride with VRT Staff!\n  \nEver thought\, “I really want to try riding the bus someday”—but it just hasn’t happened yet? Well\, your someday is here! \nJoin Valley Regional Transit for a hands-on Learn to Ride event on Friday\, January 30th from 11am-1 PM. \nWe’ll meet at College of Western Idaho’s Park & Ride lot (5560 E Opportunity Dr\, Nampa\, ID 83687) at 11am\, hop on Route 42 at 11:32 AM\, and take a guided ride downtown to Happy Day Transit Center. There\, we’ll enjoy a 20-minute behind-the-scenes tour of Boise’s Canyon County transit hub before catching Route 42 back to CWI\, arriving around 1 PM. \nAlong the way\, you’ll learn how to: \n\nPlan your trip using VRT’s tools\nRead route maps and schedules\nTrack your bus in real time\nPay your fare using the Umo Mobility app\n\nWhether you’re brand new to transit or just curious how it all works\, this event is a great (and fun!) way to explore Boise by bus. \n📍 Meeting Point: College of Western Idaho’s Park & Ride lot (5560 E Opportunity Dr\, Nampa\, ID 83687) \n🕔 Time: 11 AM – 1 PM \n🚌 Routes: 42 → Happy Day Transit Center → 42 \n💬 Questions? We’ll wrap up with a Q&A when we return!
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/ride-the-bus-with-us-2/
LOCATION:College of Western Idaho Main Campus\, 5560 E Opportunity Dr\, Nampa\, ID 83687\, Nampa\, Idaho
CATEGORIES:Community,Outreach
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DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20260129T190000
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SUMMARY:Ride the Bus With Us!
DESCRIPTION:Learn to Ride with VRT Staff!\nEver thought\, “I really want to try riding the bus someday”—but it just hasn’t happened yet? Well\, your someday is here! \nJoin Valley Regional Transit for a hands-on Learn to Ride event on Thursday\, January 29th from 5–7 PM. \nWe’ll meet at Boise Towne Square Mall’s Park & Ride lot (just north of Dillard’s) at 5 PM\, hop on Route 7 at 5:15 PM\, and take a guided ride downtown to Main Street Station. There\, we’ll enjoy a 30-minute behind-the-scenes tour of Boise’s underground transit hub before catching Route 29 back to the mall\, arriving around 6:40 PM. \nAlong the way\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\nPlan your trip using VRT’s tools \n\n\nRead route maps and schedules \n\n\nTrack your bus in real time \n\n\nPay your fare using the Umo Mobility app \n\n\nWhether you’re brand new to transit or just curious how it all works\, this event is a great (and fun!) way to explore Boise by bus. \n📍 Meeting Point: Towne Square Mall Park & Ride\, north of Dillard’s🕔 Time: 5–7 PM🚌 Routes: 7 → Main Street Station → 29💬 Questions? We’ll wrap up with a Q&A when we return!
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/ride-the-bus-with-us/
LOCATION:Towne Square Mall P&R\, Towne Square Mall P&R\, Boise\, ID 83704\, Boise\, ID\, 83704
CATEGORIES:Community,Outreach
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DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20260105T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
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SUMMARY:VRT Board of Directors Meeting | January
DESCRIPTION:VRT Board of Directors\n\nThe Valley Regional Transit (VRT) Board of Directors establishes policy and guides the strategic priorities for the agency. Board members include representatives from Ada and Canyon counties\, the incorporated cities\, and highway districts. In addition\, there are representatives from Boise State University\, the Capital City Development Corporation\, the Idaho Transportation Department (ex-officio)\, and the Meridian Development Corporation. \nThe Board is scheduled to meet four times a year – January\, April\, August\, and October. The meetings are held at noon in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nboard members\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\nRyan Davidson (Ada County Commission)\nJohn Brunelle (Capital City Development Corp)\nJeff Flynn (College of Western Idaho)\nAshley Ford-Squyers (Meridian Development Corp)\nJimmy Hallyburton (City of Boise)\nChuck Stadick (City of Caldwell)\nHelen Russell (City of Eagle)\nJohn Evans (City of Garden City)\nRob Fisher (City of Greenleaf)\nDavid Tiede (City of Meridian)\nDave Hershey (City of Star)\nCaleb Lakey (ex-officio\, Idaho Transportation Department)\n\nbold = Executive Board members
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-board-of-directors-meeting-january-2/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Directors,Governance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20260105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20260105T120000
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SUMMARY:VRT Executive Board Meeting | January
DESCRIPTION:VRT Executive Board\n\nThe VRT Executive Board is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. It reviews matters related to budget\, finance\, operations\, governmental\, and legislative actions. The Executive Board focuses on the internal and operational issues of the agency and works closely with the executive director in the management of Valley Regional Transit. Members are the board chair\, past chair\, chair-elect\, vice-chair\, treasurer\, five at-large members from Ada and Canyon counties\, as well as a representative from Boise State University. \nThe Executive Board is scheduled to meet on the first Monday of every month but September. The meetings are held at 11 a.m. in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nEXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\n\nbold = Board officers
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-executive-board-meeting-january/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive Board,Governance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20251231T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20260101T010000
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SUMMARY:NYE Bus— Route 7 Fairview
DESCRIPTION:NEW YEAR’S EVE BUS — QUICK FACTS \n\nRoute: Route 7 Fairview\nTime: Every 15 minutes from 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM\nCost: $2.50 Adult All-Day Pass (unlimited rides)\nParking: FREE at Boise Towne Square Mall Park & Ride\n\nTo support New Year’s Eve festivities\, Route 7 Fairview will operate with extra trips every 15 minutes from 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Whether you’re heading out for dinner\, drinks\, a show\, or ringing in the New Year with friends\, this frequent service gives you flexibility all night long. \nRiders can take advantage of FREE PARKING at the Boise Towne Square Mall Park & Ride\, then hop on Route 7 for a direct ride downtown. Skip ride-share surge pricing\, avoid downtown parking hassles\, and enjoy a smooth ride home after the countdown. \nRiding the bus is easy and affordable — just $2.50 for an adult all-day pass\, giving you unlimited rides all night long. Download the Umo Mobility app to load money\, purchase your pass\, and ride with ease. \nFirst-time rider?\nUse the code VRT-7WKV-JN7V when you sign up in the app to get started. \nMake the bus part of your New Year’s plan — ride smart\, ride together\, and start the year off right with VRT. \nCheck it out: NYE Bus – Valley Regional Transit \n \n  \nIdaho® Potato Drop | New Year’s Eve Celebration Boise\, Idaho
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/nye-bus-route-7-fairview/
LOCATION:Towne Square Mall P&R\, Towne Square Mall P&R\, Boise\, ID 83704\, Boise\, ID\, 83704
CATEGORIES:Extra Hours,Supplemental Service
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DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251206T180000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20251027T233650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T041116Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Stuff the Bus Toy Drive
DESCRIPTION:Across all Fred Meyer stores in the Treasure Valley \nJoin Valley Regional Transit\, The Salvation Army\, Fred Meyers\, and the Treasure Valley community for the 27th annual Stuff the Bus Toy Drive! \nFrom 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.\, VRT buses will be parked outside all Fred Meyer locations across the valley — ready to be filled with new\, unwrapped toys and gift cards for families in need this holiday season. Your generosity helps make sure every child experiences the joy of Christmas morning. \nThis year’s goal: 10\,000 toys! Let’s make it happen together. \nFred Meyer Collection Sites: \n\n50 2nd St S\, Nampa\n1400 W Chinden Blvd\, Meridian\n1850 E Fairview Ave\, Meridian\n10751 W Overland Rd\, Boise\n5230 W Franklin Rd\, Boise\n3527 S Federal Way\, Boise\n5425 W Chinden Blvd\, Garden City\n\nDonations will be collected by Valley Regional Transit and distributed by The Salvation Army to local families throughout the Treasure Valley. \nHelp us stuff the bus\, spread joy\, and share the holiday spirit!
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/2025-stuff-the-bus-toy-drive/
LOCATION:ID
CATEGORIES:Bus Showcase,Community,Supplemental Service
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DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251201T130000
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SUMMARY:VRT Executive Board Meeting | December
DESCRIPTION:VRT Executive Board\n\nThe VRT Executive Board is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. It reviews matters related to budget\, finance\, operations\, governmental\, and legislative actions. The Executive Board focuses on the internal and operational issues of the agency and works closely with the executive director in the management of Valley Regional Transit. Members are the board chair\, past chair\, chair-elect\, vice-chair\, treasurer\, five at-large members from Ada and Canyon counties\, as well as a representative from Boise State University. \nThe Executive Board is scheduled to meet on the first Monday of every month but September. The meetings are held at 11 a.m. in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nEXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\n\nbold = Board officers
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-executive-board-meeting-december/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive Board,Governance
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DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251129T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T230419Z
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SUMMARY:Boise Holiday Parade 2025
DESCRIPTION:Boise Holiday Parade 2025\nDate: Saturday\, November 29\, 2025Time: 10 a.m.Location: Downtown Boise \nThe Boise Holiday Parade is back to kick off the season with lights\, laughter\, and community cheer — and Valley Regional Transit will be rolling right along! \nVRT is proud to have a bus featured in this year’s parade\, celebrating the spirit of connection that keeps our community moving. Watch for our decorated bus as it joins a festive lineup of local bands\, floats\, and performers spreading holiday joy through the heart of downtown Boise. \nBundle up\, bring your friends and family\, and wave hello as we parade through downtown! \nEvent Highlights: \n\n\nDozens of holiday-themed floats and performances \n\n\nVRT’s festively decorated bus \n\n\nFun for all ages — free and open to the public \n\n\nParade Route: The parade begins at 10th and Jefferson\, travels east to 4th Street\, then south to Bannock\, ending near the Idaho State Capitol.
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/boise-holiday-parade-2025/
LOCATION:Idaho State Capitol\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Boise\, ID 83702\, Boise\, ID\, 83702
CATEGORIES:Community,Outreach,Parades
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20251118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20241211T235230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T235230Z
UID:14776-1763456400-1763463600@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:Regional Advisory Council | November
DESCRIPTION:Regional Advisory Council\n\nThe Regional Advisory Council (RAC) is a standing committee of the Valley Regional Transit Board. It was developed to provide a forum for transportation and human service staff to share information and collaborate on mobility issues. Members of the Council provide advice to VRT on its transportation programs and disseminate mobility information to their stakeholders. \nThe RAC is scheduled to meet bi-monthly with calendars set at the beginning of each year. The meetings are typically held at 9 a.m. in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. RAC meetings may be hosted at different locations depending on agenda needs. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nOur Vision\nWe envision an accessible regional transportation system that is built upon meaningful stakeholder input and feedback. \nOur Mission\nThe Regional Advisory Council’s mission is to use a customer-centered focus to ensure that VRT’s policies\, services\, and outreach meet the mobility needs of the community. \nRegional Advisory Council Membership\n\nWalter Steed (chair)\nMary Beth Nutting (vice-chair)\nSusan Bradley (Idaho Commission on Aging)\nSamantha Kenney (Southwest District Health)\nTerri Lindenberg (Treasure Valley Transit)\nSusan Manika (JANNUS)\nAndrew Mills\nDeeann Solis (Idaho Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired)\nTheresa Vawter\nDavid White (Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation)\nMegan Zusne\n\nIf you need to contact a Regional Advisory Council member\, please call 208-258-2706. \nRAC Handbook
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/regional-advisory-council-november/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Governance,Regional Advisory Council
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251108T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20251103T215705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T221455Z
UID:17356-1762596000-1762599600@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:Idaho Veterans Parade
DESCRIPTION:Idaho Veterans Parade\nDate: Saturday\, November 8\, 2025Time: 10:00 AMLocation: Downtown Boise — beginning in front of the Idaho State Capitol BuildingTheme: Honoring the 50th Anniversary of the End of the Vietnam War \nJoin Valley Regional Transit as we proudly participate in the Idaho Veterans Parade\, the largest Veterans Day celebration in the state. The parade will fill downtown Boise with patriotic spirit\, featuring local veterans\, military families\, marching bands\, and vibrant displays honoring those who have served our country. \nThis year’s theme commemorates the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War\, recognizing the courage and sacrifice of those who served during that time. \nVRT will be part of the parade lineup — come cheer as our bus rolls through downtown in honor of Idaho’s veterans and their families. Bring your flags\, wear your red\, white\, and blue\, and join the community in saying thank you to those who’ve served.
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/idaho-veterans-parade/
LOCATION:Idaho State Capitol\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Boise\, ID 83702\, Boise\, ID\, 83702
CATEGORIES:Community,Outreach,Parades
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20251103T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20241212T000705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T202320Z
UID:14788-1762167600-1762174800@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:VRT Executive Board Meeting | November
DESCRIPTION:VRT Executive Board\n\nThe VRT Executive Board is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. It reviews matters related to budget\, finance\, operations\, governmental\, and legislative actions. The Executive Board focuses on the internal and operational issues of the agency and works closely with the executive director in the management of Valley Regional Transit. Members are the board chair\, past chair\, chair-elect\, vice-chair\, treasurer\, five at-large members from Ada and Canyon counties\, as well as a representative from Boise State University. \nThe Executive Board is scheduled to meet on the first Monday of every month but September. The meetings are held at 11 a.m. in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nEXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\n\nbold = Board officers
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-executive-board-meeting-november/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive Board,Governance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20251028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20251027T214557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T221541Z
UID:17333-1761670800-1761678000@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:Ride the bus with us!
DESCRIPTION:RIDE THE BUS WITH US: Learn to Ride with VRT Staff!\nEver thought\, “I really want to try riding the bus someday”—but it just hasn’t happened yet? Well\, your someday is here! \nJoin Valley Regional Transit for a hands-on Learn to Ride event on Tuesday\, October 28th\, from 5–7 PM. \nWe’ll meet at Boise Towne Square Mall’s Park & Ride lot (just north of Dillard’s) at 5 PM\, hop on Route 7 at 5:15 PM\, and take a guided ride downtown to Main Street Station. There\, we’ll enjoy a 30-minute behind-the-scenes tour of Boise’s underground transit hub before catching Route 29 back to the mall\, arriving around 6:40 PM. \nAlong the way\, you’ll learn how to: \n\n\nPlan your trip using VRT’s tools \n\n\nRead route maps and schedules \n\n\nTrack your bus in real time \n\n\nPay your fare using the Umo Mobility app \n\n\nWhether you’re brand new to transit or just curious how it all works\, this event is a great (and fun!) way to explore Boise by bus. \n📍 Meeting Point: Towne Square Mall Park & Ride\, north of Dillard’s🕔 Time: 5–7 PM🚌 Routes: 7 → Main Street Station → 29💬 Questions? We’ll wrap up with a Q&A when we return!
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/learn-to-ride-the-bus-in-boise-vrt-guided-transit-tour/
LOCATION:Towne Square Mall P&R\, Towne Square Mall P&R\, Boise\, ID 83704\, Boise\, ID\, 83704
CATEGORIES:Community,Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20251006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251006T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20241211T234724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T234724Z
UID:14772-1759752000-1759759200@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:VRT Board of Directors Meeting | October
DESCRIPTION:VRT Board of Directors\n\nThe Valley Regional Transit (VRT) Board of Directors establishes policy and guides the strategic priorities for the agency. Board members include representatives from Ada and Canyon counties\, the incorporated cities\, and highway districts. In addition\, there are representatives from Boise State University\, the Capital City Development Corporation\, the Idaho Transportation Department (ex-officio)\, and the Meridian Development Corporation. \nThe Board is scheduled to meet four times a year – January\, April\, August\, and October. The meetings are held at noon in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nboard members\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\nRyan Davidson (Ada County Commission)\nJohn Brunelle (Capital City Development Corp)\nJeff Flynn (College of Western Idaho)\nAshley Ford-Squyers (Meridian Development Corp)\nJimmy Hallyburton (City of Boise)\nChuck Stadick (City of Caldwell)\nHelen Russell (City of Eagle)\nJohn Evans (City of Garden City)\nRob Fisher (City of Greenleaf)\nDavid Tiede (City of Meridian)\nDave Hershey (City of Star)\nCaleb Lakey (ex-officio\, Idaho Transportation Department)\n\nbold = Executive Board members
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-board-of-directors-meeting-october/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board of Directors,Governance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20251006T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20251006T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20241212T000506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T202329Z
UID:14786-1759748400-1759755600@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:VRT Executive Board Meeting | October
DESCRIPTION:VRT Executive Board\n\nThe VRT Executive Board is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. It reviews matters related to budget\, finance\, operations\, governmental\, and legislative actions. The Executive Board focuses on the internal and operational issues of the agency and works closely with the executive director in the management of Valley Regional Transit. Members are the board chair\, past chair\, chair-elect\, vice-chair\, treasurer\, five at-large members from Ada and Canyon counties\, as well as a representative from Boise State University. \nThe Executive Board is scheduled to meet on the first Monday of every month but September. The meetings are held at 11 a.m. in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nEXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\n\nbold = Board officers
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-executive-board-meeting-october/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive Board,Governance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250916T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250916T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20241211T235029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T235029Z
UID:14774-1758013200-1758020400@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:Regional Advisory Council | September
DESCRIPTION:Regional Advisory Council\n\nThe Regional Advisory Council (RAC) is a standing committee of the Valley Regional Transit Board. It was developed to provide a forum for transportation and human service staff to share information and collaborate on mobility issues. Members of the Council provide advice to VRT on its transportation programs and disseminate mobility information to their stakeholders. \nThe RAC is scheduled to meet bi-monthly with calendars set at the beginning of each year. The meetings are typically held at 9 a.m. in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. RAC meetings may be hosted at different locations depending on agenda needs. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nOur Vision\nWe envision an accessible regional transportation system that is built upon meaningful stakeholder input and feedback. \nOur Mission\nThe Regional Advisory Council’s mission is to use a customer-centered focus to ensure that VRT’s policies\, services\, and outreach meet the mobility needs of the community. \nRegional Advisory Council Membership\n\nWalter Steed (chair)\nMary Beth Nutting (vice-chair)\nSusan Bradley (Idaho Commission on Aging)\nSamantha Kenney (Southwest District Health)\nTerri Lindenberg (Treasure Valley Transit)\nSusan Manika (JANNUS)\nAndrew Mills\nDeeann Solis (Idaho Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired)\nTheresa Vawter\nDavid White (Idaho Division of Vocational Rehabilitation)\nMegan Zusne\n\nIf you need to contact a Regional Advisory Council member\, please call 208-258-2706. \nRAC Handbook
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/regional-advisory-council-september/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Governance,Regional Advisory Council
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250912
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250914
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20250904T100230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T175429Z
UID:16998-1757635200-1757807999@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:Hyde Park Street Fair
DESCRIPTION:VRT is adding extra service on Route 16 the evening of Friday\, September 12th and Saturday\, September 13th for the 2025 Hyde Park Street Fair! \nFriday\n\n\n\nRegular service on Route 16\nExtra Hours from 6 p.m. to 9:45 p.m. — zero-fare!\n\n\n\n Saturday\n\n\n\nExtra Hours\, 9:45 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. — zero-fare!\n\n\n\nPARK & RIDE\nPrefer to have a car close to the festival? You can park & Ride for free from the Lincoln Early Learning Center near Fort Boise! \n  \n\n    Route 16 brochure
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/hyde-park-street-fair/
LOCATION:Camel’s Back Park\, 1200 Heron St.\, Boise\, ID\, 83702\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Extra Hours,Supplemental Service
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250908T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20241212T000324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T202338Z
UID:14784-1757329200-1757336400@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:VRT Executive Board Meeting | September
DESCRIPTION:VRT Executive Board\n\nThe VRT Executive Board is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. It reviews matters related to budget\, finance\, operations\, governmental\, and legislative actions. The Executive Board focuses on the internal and operational issues of the agency and works closely with the executive director in the management of Valley Regional Transit. Members are the board chair\, past chair\, chair-elect\, vice-chair\, treasurer\, five at-large members from Ada and Canyon counties\, as well as a representative from Boise State University. \nThe Executive Board is scheduled to meet on the first Monday of every month but September. The meetings are held at 11 a.m. in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nEXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\n\nbold = Board officers
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-executive-board-meeting-september/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive Board,Governance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250905T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250905T233000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20250903T160132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T160649Z
UID:16994-1757091600-1757115000@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:Game Day Bus: Boise State vs. Eastern Washington
DESCRIPTION:ridevrt.org/GDB \nPre-game service: 2 hours before kickoff \nPost-game service: 1 hour after the end of the game \n \n 
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/game-day-bus-boise-state-vs-eastern-washington/
LOCATION:Downtown Boise
CATEGORIES:Event Service,Supplemental Service
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250804T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250804T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20241211T234412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T234412Z
UID:14770-1754308800-1754316000@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:VRT Board of Directors Meeting | August
DESCRIPTION:VRT Board of Directors\n\nThe Valley Regional Transit (VRT) Board of Directors establishes policy and guides the strategic priorities for the agency. Board members include representatives from Ada and Canyon counties\, the incorporated cities\, and highway districts. In addition\, there are representatives from Boise State University\, the Capital City Development Corporation\, the Idaho Transportation Department (ex-officio)\, and the Meridian Development Corporation. \nThe Board is scheduled to meet four times a year – January\, April\, August\, and October. The meetings are held at noon in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nboard members\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\nRyan Davidson (Ada County Commission)\nJohn Brunelle (Capital City Development Corp)\nJeff Flynn (College of Western Idaho)\nAshley Ford-Squyers (Meridian Development Corp)\nJimmy Hallyburton (City of Boise)\nChuck Stadick (City of Caldwell)\nHelen Russell (City of Eagle)\nJohn Evans (City of Garden City)\nRob Fisher (City of Greenleaf)\nDavid Tiede (City of Meridian)\nDave Hershey (City of Star)\nCaleb Lakey (ex-officio\, Idaho Transportation Department)\n\nbold = Executive Board members
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-board-of-directors-meeting-august/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250804T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250804T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20241211T235911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T202345Z
UID:14780-1754305200-1754312400@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:VRT Executive Board Meeting | August
DESCRIPTION:VRT Executive Board\n\nThe VRT Executive Board is a standing committee of the Board of Directors. It reviews matters related to budget\, finance\, operations\, governmental\, and legislative actions. The Executive Board focuses on the internal and operational issues of the agency and works closely with the executive director in the management of Valley Regional Transit. Members are the board chair\, past chair\, chair-elect\, vice-chair\, treasurer\, five at-large members from Ada and Canyon counties\, as well as a representative from Boise State University. \nThe Executive Board is scheduled to meet on the first Monday of every month but September. The meetings are held at 11 a.m. in the first-floor Board Room at the VRT administrative offices\, 700 NE 2nd Street in Meridian. Posted agendas will contain a call-in link for remote participation. \nEXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS\n\nJarom Wagoner (Chair\, City of Caldwell)\nLauren McLean (Chair-elect\, City of Boise)\nAlexis Pickering (Vice-chair\, Ada County Highway District)\nDale Reynolds (Secretary/Treasurer\, City of Nampa)\nTodd Lavoie (Ada County at-large\, City of Meridian)\nTom Dayley (Ada County at-large\, Ada County Commission)\nJoe Stear (Ada County at-large\, City of Kuna)\nGreg Rast (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County)\nDebbie Kling (Canyon County at-large\, City of Nampa)\nSabrina Minshall (Canyon County at-large\, Canyon County Commission)\nLantz McGinnis-Brown (Boise State University)\n\nbold = Board officers
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-executive-board-meeting-august/
LOCATION:VRT Administrative Offices\, 700 NE 2nd St.\, Meridian\, ID\, 83642\, United States
CATEGORIES:Executive Board,Governance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20250702T185249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T185249Z
UID:16577-1753812000-1753819200@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:BUS Day Ever with VRT (Walk Bike & Ride)
DESCRIPTION:All aboard!  Join us for a FREE guided ride along the local bus route! Practice loading your bike\, get comfortable riding\, and ask the Valley Regional Transit team your questions. Route mapping help included.\nFeatured Food Truck: Sushi Shack
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/bus-day-ever-with-vrt-walk-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Catalpa Park\, 4516 W Catalpa Dr\, Boise\, ID 83703\, Boise\, ID\, 83703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outreach
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20250630T155632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T204218Z
UID:16558-1753441200-1753459200@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:2025 Hands Around the Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Hands Around the Capitol Returns After a Decade to Celebrate 35 Years of the ADA\nThousands Expected in Boise for Historic Disability Rights Event\nEvent Date & Time:\nFriday\, July 25\, 2025\n11:00 AM – 4:00 PM\nLocation: Cecil D. Andrus Park\, directly south of the Idaho State Capitol \n\nAbout Hands Around the Capitol\n\nPlease join us for Hands Around the Capitol 2025\, celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 25\, 2025 from 11am to 4pm in Cecil Andrus Park in Boise\, Idaho. This is a statewide in-person\, educational and awareness event that will be connected by live streaming platforms to coordinate with national ADA celebrations and awareness events across our nation. \n\nActivities\n\n\n Hands Around the Capitol: Attendees form a human circle around the Capitol to symbolize unity in support of people with disabilities\, community living and accessibility.\nGuest Speakers & Proclamations: Leaders and advocates address accessibility progress.\nMulticultural Performances: Celebrating cross-disability and multi-culture’s through music\, dance\, and storytelling.\nInteractive Awareness Booths: Covering ADA topics and other civil rights laws such as employment\, voting\, housing\, digital access\, service dogs\, assistive technology\, and more.\nChildren’s Activities & Community Engagement: Interactive painting wall\, simulations\, and accessible recreation.\n\n\nProgram Schedule:\n• 11:00 AM – Welcome\n• 11:05 AM – Native American Blessing\n• 11:10 AM – Las Señoras Idaho\n• 11:15 AM – Proclamations from the State of Idaho\n• 11:30 City of Boise\n• 11:45 AM – Line-up for Capitol encirclement (led by City of Trees Pipes & Drums)\n• 12:15 PM – Drone and Plane Flyover (Capitol Circle Photo)\n• 1:00 PM – Oinkari Basque Dancers\n• 1:20 PM – Kelly Buckland\n• 1:45 Pm Open Arms Dance\n• 2:15 PM – Danza Azteca Tonatiuh\n• 2:40 PM – Native American Dancers & Drummers\n• 4:00 PM – Event Concludes \n  \nOrganizations\n\nNW ADA Center-Idaho \nIdaho Access Project \nLiving Independence Network Corporation \nDisability Action Center NW \nLife\, A Center for Independent Living \n\n\n  \n\nEvent Sponsors & Partners:\n• City of Boise\n• Best Bath Systems\, Inc.\n• United Healthcare\n• Molina\n• Valley Regional Transist\n• Consortium of Idahoans with\nDisabilities\n• Idaho Council on Developmental\nDisabilities\n• Idaho Power Foundation\n• Idaho Commerce\n• Boise Cascade\n• The Idaho Coalition Against\nDomestic and Sexual Violence\n• Old Boise and Lucy Apartments\n• Idaho State Independent Living\nCouncil\n• Idaho Housing and Finance\nAssociation\n• LEARN\n• Idaho Council for the Blind and\nVision Impaired\n• Idaho Council For the Deaf and\nHard of Hearing\n• EqualTile\n• RISE\n• Idaho Parents Unlimited\n• Idaho Assistive Technology Project\n• Ada County Highway District\n• EqualTile\n• Living Independence Network\nCorporation\n• Disability Action Center NW\n• NW ADA Center-Idaho \n 
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/2025-hands-around-the-capitol/
LOCATION:Idaho State Capitol\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Boise\, ID 83702\, Boise\, ID\, 83702
CATEGORIES:Community,Outreach
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UID:16564-1751387400-1751394600@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:Cone Zone Collective
DESCRIPTION:Roads\, pipes\, signs\, paint\, bridges\, buses—it takes a lot to keep our region moving.\nCome meet the people who do it and climb in the equipment that makes it possible at the Cone Zone Collective on July 1!\nDrop into a presentation at 4:30PM or 6:30PM to learn all about the Highway 16 Project\, Improvements along the Ustick corridor and Meridian’s newest wastewater lift station.\nThis is no ordinary project open house. Bring the whole family for interactive booths\, giveaways\, and more. You can even purchase dinner and treats from a local food truck!\nTouch-a-TruckTransit & Vanpool InfoEnvironmental ScienceStar Card InformationFood TrucksFree snow cones to the first 100 kids!Pavement ManagementDrones & RC Cars& MORE!\nLearn more about the Cone Zone Collective: achdidaho.org/conezone
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/cone-zone-collective/
LOCATION:Mint Barrel Barn – Event Center\, 9107 W McMillan Rd\, Nampa\, ID 83687\, Nampa\, ID\, 83687\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Outreach
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250624T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250624T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20250530T191441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T191441Z
UID:16237-1750788000-1750795200@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:Neighborhood Ice Cream Social (Walk\, Bike & Ride)
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Gary Lane and Saxton Park and Ride for a funevent with ACHD\, Commuteride\, and Valley Regional Transit!\nMeet your neighbors\, explore transit options\, learn up-to-date information on ACHD projects in the area\, & cool off with a FREE scoop of Stella’s ice cream (while supplies last).\nWant to experience the fun of carpooling? Commuteride vans will be offering free pick-ups and drop-offs from Magnolia Park to the event. More details to come!\n\n\nDate & Time: 6/24/25: 6-8pm \nLocation: 5621 N Gary Ln\, Boise\, ID 83714-1326\, United States
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/neighborhood-ice-cream-social-walk-bike-ride/
LOCATION:Park & Ride: Gary & State\, 5621 N Gary Ln\, Boise\, ID 83714-1326\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250621T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250621T133000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T233015Z
UID:16240-1750498200-1750512600@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:VRT at the Capital City Public Market | June 21st
DESCRIPTION:Catch VRT at the Capital City Public Market!📍 Downtown Boise – June 21 | 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM \nValley Regional Transit is rolling into the Capital City Public Market\, and we’d love to see you there! Stop by our table to learn about your local transit options\, discover how to ride the bus\, and get the latest scoop on new services and rider programs. \nWhether you’re a daily rider\, a curious first-timer\, or just want to chat about how transit connects our community\, we’ll be there to answer questions\, hand out helpful resources\, and share a few fun giveaways. Come say hi\, grab a sticker\, and take a ride on the future of public transportation in the Treasure Valley! \n🚌 Let’s keep Boise moving—together.
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/vrt-at-the-capital-city-public-market-june-21st/
LOCATION:The Capital City Public Market
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250615T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T125650
CREATED:20250530T182419Z
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UID:16222-1749981600-1749999600@www.valleyregionaltransit.org
SUMMARY:22nd Annual Downtown Boise Father's Day Car Show
DESCRIPTION:The 22nd Annual Downtown Boise Father’s Day Car Show\, presented by Bronco Motors\, is like no other– celebrating transportation\, both past and future\, alongside downtown’s vibrant food and shopping scene\, in the heart of Idaho’s beautiful Capital City! \n\nEvent Details \nWHEN: Sunday\, June 15\, 2025\n10:00am – Car Show & Voting Begins\n1:30pm – Voting Ends\n2:30pm – Award Ceremony\n3:00pm – Event Ends \n\nWHERE: In front of the Idaho State Capitol Building in Downtown Boise!\nThe Car Show will be along Jefferson St in front of the Idaho Capitol building between 6th St & 9th St\, on 8th St between Bannock St & State St\, and Capitol Blvd between Bannock St & Jefferson St. \nDowntown Parking & Map \n  \nThe 2025 Downtown Boise Father’s Day Car Show both celebrates and educates\, excites\, and intrigues. Treat Dad to brunch\, shop for a Father’s Day gift\, then browse an exciting display of cars & motorcycles\, both classic\, exotic\, and uniquely electric. Come view these awesome vehicles for free! Participating FDCS vehicles must go through the application and approval process. \nWhat’s different about the Downtown Boise Father’s Day Car Show? Downtown Boise is always bustling with people\, which means a growing number of transportation options are most visible downtown. The show features dozens of beautiful classic cars & motorcycles dating back decades\, plus a surprising variety of today’s most modern electric vehicles. \nEach car & motorcycle has a story\, whether it’s the latest in sustainable technology\, or the stories of families who have cherished their classic automobile for generations. \nCome see these beautiful cars & motorcycles\, share in their stories\, and celebrate the father figure in your life!
URL:https://www.valleyregionaltransit.org/event/22nd-annual-downtown-boise-fathers-day-car-show/
LOCATION:Idaho State Capitol\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Boise\, ID 83702\, Boise\, ID\, 83702
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