Ride In Kane Program Will See Fare Increase In February

GENEVA, IL — The cost for a ride with the Ride In Kane program will increase beginning in February, Geneva officials said.

Beginning Feb. 1, trips exceeding 10 miles will be billed at $2 per mile, up from the previous $1.50 extra per mile. The base fare of $5 per trip made for the first 10 miles will remain the same.

Officials cited the reason for the increase as being "to continue delivering services to senior citizens and disabled residents."

Ride In Kane debuted in 2008 to offer curb-to-curb transportation within Kane County for people who are 65 years and older or disabled. Rides are available seven days a week, 24 hours a day within the county. The City of Geneva administers the program for residents living within the city's corporate limits.

Fares must be paid in cash and exact change.

Those who qualify for the program must first register by completing an application, which requires submitting documents online.