The city of
Transportation
RMS, Inc. provides public transportation in Americus and Sumter County at a rate of $3.00 per one-way trip 0-10 miles within the county (1/2 price discount for senior citizens over the age of 60). Trips over 10 miles or that start or end outside of Sumter County are provided at a rate of $3.00 base rate plus 0.50 cents per mile per one-way trip. Medicaid eligible clients may call LogistiCare Solutions (888) 224-7985 to schedule medical appointments. Call between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, the day before you want a trip. We encourage you to call as early as possible to schedule your trip. Availability is first come, first served. The best time to ride is during our off-peak hours of 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
We do offe handicap accessible vehicles for individuals that require the use of a lift. Be sure to indicate the need for a lift equipped vehicle at the time you make your trip request. Drivers will assist individuals in safely boarding and exiting the vehicles. Individuals with mobility impairments who need special assistance in navigating to and from the vehicle should have a Personal Care Attendant (PCA) ride with them. When the bus operator is notified, the PCA will be able to ride free of charge.
Document Links
ENGLISH:
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
Public Notice / Complaint Form Title VI
Transit Informational Brochure
SPANISH:
Declaración de adaptación razonable
Aviso Publico / Formulario de Queja Titulo VI
Folleto informativo de transito
Contact
101 West Lamar St
Americus, GA 31709
The dispatcher for Americus can be reached at (229) 924-4414.