HART and Commissioner Gwen Myers to Host Women's Health and Wellness Fair

HART in partnership with Hillsborough County Commissioner and HART Board Member Gwen Myers is hosting a Women's Health & Wellness Fair as part of the transit agency’s celebration of National Women's Month.

The Health & Wellness Fair is being held on Saturday, March 9 from 9 AM - 12 PM, at the Greater Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 1207 N. Jefferson Street, Downtown Tampa.

The event will feature a variety of community women's health and wellness resources.

“HART is happy to partner with Commissioner Myers on this very important Health and Wellness Fair providing women with the tools to be champions for their own health,” said Carla Williams, HART Director of Community & Business Engagement. "Ensuring the well-being of women is not only about promoting equality but is a fundamental investment in the overall health and prosperity of our communities. 

HART Seeks Input on Proposed March 2023 Service Changes!

HART is proposing service changes throughout the network in March 2023 and is gathering feedback on the plan. HART is proposing the changes to align demand and improve efficiency while operating within our current funding framework.

HART is holding feedback sessions in person at the Marion Transit Center and onboard impacted routes. 

Unable to attend the in-person sessions? The HART Planning team takes you through a virtual walkthrough of the plan.

Click here to view the proposal and outreach opportunities, take a short survey, and submit feedback.

HART to Implement Service Changes on May 29, 2022

HART is implementing service changes for several HART routes on Sunday, May 29, 2022. HART is enacting the changes to improve the customer experience.

Summary of Service Changes

Service with Schedule Changes:

• Route 7
• Route 8
• Route 9
• Route 10
• Route 14
• Route 17
• Route 30
• Route 32
• Route 36
• Route 37
• Route 38

Customers can visit www.goHART.org to view updated schedules, a summary of the service changes and more information on HART service.

Customers with questions can contact HART Customer Service at 813-254-4278.

HART SMART AV Expands to All-Day Service!

HART SMART AV operating along the Marion Transitway

HART SMART AV, Tampa Bay's first, fully electric automated vehicle pilot, is expanding service hours. The autonomous shuttle, operated by the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART) and BEEP, an Orlando-based autonomous shuttle service provider, is now operating 6 AM - 7 PM; an additional five hours daily from the initial schedule of 6 AM -  10 AM; 3 PM - 7 PM.

The service expansion is possible due to the recent addition of a second shuttle operating along the route, which allows one of the vehicles to charge while the other is operating.

"The expansion of service hours positions HART SMART AV as a great lunchtime transportation option for downtown workers and residents, who don't want to move their car or search for parking," said Adelee Le Grand, HART Chief Executive Officer. "We are excited to be able to provide all-day service along the corridor".

Funded by the Florida Department of Transportation, and in partnership with BEEP, HART launched the one-year HART SMART AV autonomous vehicle pilot on October 12, 2020. The free shuttle offers first mile, last-mile connection between the TECO Line Streetcar and the Marion Transit Center, along North Marion Street in downtown Tampa.

The driverless shuttle is 100% electric and costs less than $30 per month to charge. HART SMART AV operates without a steering wheel and uses a pre-programmed, fixed route with a combination of localization techniques, involving state-of-the-art sensor technology. The shuttle uses eight sensors on the outside of the vehicle providing a 360-degree view of the environment. An on-board shuttle attendant serves as an ambassador for the riders to learn more about the technology and oversee the high-quality passenger experience. 

The route includes four stops at Marion Transit Center's Bay F, Kennedy Boulevard, Washington Street and Whiting Street, with the option for a future stop at Tampa City Hall. The autonomous shuttle will operate at a maximum speed of 15 mph as part of the one-year pilot.

For more information on HART SMART AV, visit goHART.org/AVpilot.

HART COVID 19 UPDATE: HART Announces Temporary Reduction of Service Hours for Transit Service

Beginning April 1, 2020, HART is reducing bus and van service levels due to closures along routes, reduced demand for service, and in support of Hillsborough County's 'Safer-at-Home' order.

HART Operating Service for Essential Trips:

HART will be operating all modes of transit on a Sunday service schedule with regular fares beginning April 1, 2020. HART Administrative Offices and Customer Service Centers will remain open. It is recommended riders travel for essential or emergency purposes only. Any adjustments will be made as needed based on changing conditions.

• Route(s) 20X, 24LX, 25LX and Route 31 will operate regular weekday service (no service reduction).

• Route 75LX will not operate.

• Route(s) 60 and 360 LX will operate regular weekday service, and a Sunday service schedule on weekends.

• Route 275LX will operate regular daily service (no service reduction).

Los servicios de autobús, tranvía, HARTPlus y HARTFlex seran reducidos a partir del miércoles, primero de abril del 2020 debido a la reducción en la cantidad de pasajeros a causa del COVID-19 y para apoyar la orden del condado de Hillsborough "Safer at Home".

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HARTPlus Operating Regular Service for Essential Trips:

It is recommended that HARTPlus customers cancel any rides that are not necessary, and prioritize reservations for essential or emergency purposes only. Trips can be canceled by calling Customer Service (813) 254-4278 at least two hours in advance. Please call your destination to confirm they are open before boarding, as many community facilities and events have been canceled or closed.

Streetcar Reduced Hours:

The TECO Line Streetcar System service will continue to operate the regular Weekday and Weekend schedule, however, service will end at 9:00 PM nightly.

FREE Rides for Youth 18 and Under:

As of Monday, March 23, 2020, HART is offering free rides to youth 18 and under until regular classes resume. Hillsborough County School District has designated 23 'Grab-and-Go' locations for pickup of nutritious meals during school closures from 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM. HART asks students to take only ESSENTIAL trips on transit.

No Public Meetings:

HART has canceled all public meetings (including committee meetings and board meetings) through Monday, April 13, 2020.

HART's number one priority is the health of our employees and customers. As such, HART has implemented an enhanced disinfection regime to reduce the spread of COVID-19, which includes disinfecting frequent touch-points such as: vehicle entry ways, steering wheels/controllers, operator seats, protective shields, modesty panels, stanchion bars, customer seat backs and hand rails on buses, vans and streetcars. All HART facilities surfaces, door knobs, sinks, faucets, hand rails and other common areas are also being disinfected.

We ask customers to practice good hygiene and social distancing and for those that may be sick, to look at other commuting options, such as telecommunication. If you do not have to travel, please don't.

HART will continue to operate service as long as possible, as public transportation is a vital resource for many needing to stock up on supplies, get to work, or to the doctor.

However, HART remains in constant communication with our local, state, and national partners and will continue to monitor the COVID-19 situation.

Visit www.goHART.org for the latest HART service information.

HART COVID 19 UPDATE

UPDATE: 7.8.2020:

Four additional bus operators and a van operator have tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19). This brings the total number of cases of HART employees testing positive for the coronavirus to 22 – including 11 bus operators, 2 van operators, 1 streetcar motorperson, and 8 other employees.

UPDATE: 7.6.2020: 

One Streetcar Motorperson has tested positive for the Coronavirus. The Streetcar motorperson last worked June 16-17. 

This brings the total number of cases of HART employees testing positive for the coronavirus to 15 – including 5 bus operators, 1 van operator, 1 streetcar motorperson, and 8 other employees.

UPDATE: 7.2.2020:

All HART employees are now being tested for COVID-19. Currently, 12 HART employees have tested positive since March 2020.

UPDATE: 6.19.2020:

By City of Tampa Executive Order 2020-27, HART customers are now REQUIRED to wear face coverings on public transit vehicles and inside HART facilities. 

Two additional employees have tested positive for the coronavirus. This brings the total number of cases at HART to seven. Both employees are not bus operators or in public-facing roles. 

UPDATE: 6.18.2020:
A fifth HART employee has tested positive for the coronavirus.

UPDATE: 6.12.2020: 

The TECO Line Streetcar is now operating until 11 PM, seven days a week. This is the first step in our transition back to regular service.

UPDATE: 5.11.2020: 

Learn more about HART's COVID-19 response efforts.

UPDATE: 4.30.2020:

A second HART operator has tested positive for COVID-19. There are now two confirmed cases of COVID-19 at HART.

4.20.2020:
In an effort to maintain service reliability during the COVID-19 pandemic, HART is announcing an additional reduction of transit service beginning Wednesday, April 22, 2020.

ALERTA DE SERVICIO: Para mantener un nivel de servicio fiable durante la Pandemia de #COVID19, HART anuncia reducciones adicionales de servicios de tránsito. Estos cambios temporales son efectivos el miércoles 22 de abril del 2020.  el aviso

4.14.2020: 

HART has received confirmation that one of our team members has tested positive for the coronavirus (COVID-19). This is the first confirmed case of a HART employee testing positive for the coronavirus.

3.30.2020:

HART has announced a reduction of bus, van, and streetcar service levels, beginning April 1, 2020. These service changes reflect closures along routes, reduced demand for service, and in support of Hillsborough County's 'Safer-at-Home' order.

Los servicios de autobús, tranvía, HARTPlus y HARTFlex seran reducidos a partir del miércoles, primero de abril del 2020 debido a la reducción en la cantidad de pasajeros a causa del COVID-19 y para apoyar la orden del condado de Hillsborough "Safer at Home".

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3.20.2020: 

A COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) is now available. Have a question not covered in the FAQ? Reach out to our social channels or call Customer Service at 813-254-4278.

Beginning on Monday, March 23, 2020, HART service will be FREE to youth 18 and under with valid School or HART Youth ID until regular classes resume. The Hillsborough County School District has designated 23 'Grab-and-Go' locations for pickup of nutritious meals during school closures and virtual learning. 

Many of HART's fixed-bus routes provide service to designated "Grab-and-Go" locations across Hillsborough County. These locations will serve as pick-up sites for breakfast and lunch which are packed and distributed. 

3.19.2020: 

Service hours on the TECO Line Streetcar System are being reduced beginning March 20, 2020. The abbreviated service hours reflect the recent shutdown of bars and other entertainment activities, and the limiting of restaurant hours due to COVID-19. These hours will be in effect indefinitely.

New temporary streetcar service hours:

• Monday – Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
•  Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
• Saturday – Sunday: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Public transportation is a vital resource for many needing to stock up on supplies, get to work, or to the doctor.

3.17.2020: 

The health and safety of our customers and employees is our highest priority. We are writing to update you on the many precautions we are taking in response to the coronavirus, or COVID-19.

HART continues to follow guidelines from the Hillsborough County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Hillsborough County Health Department to try and slow the spread of COVID-19.

HART and TECO Line Streetcar service levels remain normal at this time. However, HART continues to monitor the situation. We understand public transportation is a vital resource for many needing to stock up on supplies, get to work, or to the doctor.

All common areas are being disinfected

HART has increased the frequency in our cleaning/disinfecting regime, which includes the following:

• HART Vehicles: entryways, fare boxes, steering wheels, seats, safety barriers, and handrails

• HART Facilities: door knobs, sinks, faucets, hand rails and other common areas

Please remember to continue to take the following personal precautions:

• Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then immediately throw it in the trash. If you don’t have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your elbow to avoid contaminating your hands.

Please practice social distancing. We ask that if you are ill, please stay home, or look at other options such as telecommuting. If you are on board, please be mindful of other customers.

Stay tuned for updates and thank you for riding HART.

We are all in this together.

Stuff a HART Bus for WILD 94.1 Orlando's 8th Annual Toy Drive!

HART has partnered with WILD 94.1's Orlando (from Orlando and the Freakshow) to Stuff-a-Bus for the Children's Home Network!

For the past 8 years, Orlando has collected toys and donations while spending over a week in a tent 30 feet in the air!

This year, HART is providing an alternative for those that can't make it out to the main drop off location in the Metro By T-Mobile parking lot - 2907 N Dale Mabry Hwy.

A HART bus will be stationed daily (12/9/19 - 12/13/19) from 12:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. at two Hillsborough County Walmart locations:

• Brandon Walmart: 11110 Causeway Blvd, Brandon, FL 33511 (Route 8, HARTFlex Brandon)
• Citrus Park Walmart: 6192 Gunn Hwy., Tampa, FL 33625 (Route 39, HARTFlex Town 'n Country)

Help HART and WILD 94.1 Stuff-a-Bus for the Children's Home Network this holiday season!

Click here for more information on Orlando's 8th Annual Toy Drive.