FarePolicy_ICC_PrepaidPasses_2025_June.pdf

This is a Fare Policy document for the City of Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus transit system detailing prepaid pass options and pricing structures effective June 2025. The document outlines fare categories for regular passengers, seniors aged 62 and older, disabled passengers, and Medicare cardholders, with day pass, 7-day pass, 30-day pass, and 10-ride prepaid discount passes available for purchase. All passes can be loaded onto a TAP Card or mobile ticket, with fares ranging from $1.75 for seniors and disabled passengers to $5.00 for regular riders on a day pass basis. The policy specifies valid identification requirements for eligible passengers, including valid driver's licenses, DMV IDs, senior TAP cards, passports, LACTOA TAP ID cards, Access cards, and Medicare cards. Senior, disabled, and Medicare customers must present valid identification when purchasing or boarding. All prepaid passes include one free transfer on Big Blue Bus within a two-hour window.

The pricing structure establishes a tiered fare system designed to provide affordable transit options across customer segments. Regular passengers pay premium fares ranging from $4.50 for a day pass to $55 for a 30-day pass, while seniors and disabled passengers receive reduced fares, with day passes available at $1.75 and 30-day passes at $27. The 10-ride prepaid option is available at $16 for regular riders. Customer acquisition and verification can occur through Blue: The Transit Store or via mobile ticket platforms. The document does not reference contract terms, renewal options, or procurement-related information, as it serves as an operational policy document rather than a solicitation or contract award notice.