10/26/2026
Regional Shared Ride Ride-Along Brings Local Transportation to Life
On October 14th, Tableland Services, Inc. and the Somerset County Transportation System (SCTS) had the pleasure of welcoming Senator Pat Stefano and Representative Andrea Verobish for a Regional Shared Ride Ride-Along event. The visit provided an opportunity for our elected officials to experience firsthand how shared-ride transportation operates and the important role it plays in serving the residents of Somerset County.
The visit began at Tableland Services, where Senator Stefano and Representative Verobish met with our team before heading out in SCTS vans to pick up clients and experience our daily operations. During the ride-along, they learned more about the shared-ride model, the coordination required to serve multiple passengers efficiently, and the dedication it takes to provide safe, reliable transportation throughout our rural communities.
For many Somerset County residents, shared-ride transportation is much more than a ride. It is a vital connection to medical appointments, employment, essential services, and greater independence. In a rural county like ours, where distances are long and transportation options can be limited, SCTS helps bridge the gap and ensures that residents have access to the services they need.
Having our elected officials experience the service firsthand was a valuable opportunity to demonstrate both the challenges and the successes of operating a rural shared-ride system. It also allowed us to highlight the commitment of our drivers, dispatchers, schedulers, and customer service staff who work together every day to keep our community moving.
Tableland Services, Inc. and SCTS appreciate Senator Stefano and Representative Verobish taking the time to join us, meet our team, and learn more about the importance of shared-ride transportation. Their participation helps bring greater awareness to the needs of rural transportation providers and the residents who depend on these services.
At SCTS, we are proud of the work we do and remain committed to providing safe, dependable, and accessible transportation for the people of Somerset County. We look forward to continuing these conversations and working together to support the future of rural transportation.
Somerset County Transportation System — Connecting our community, one ride at a time.