The Transit Authority of River City (TARC) Continues “Ride to Vote” Tradition of Community Service to Help Voters Reach the Polls November 7

October 30, 2023

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (10/30/2023): All routes on TARC will be fare-free on Tuesday, November 7, a move that will help provide convenient, free access to and from General Election polling places across the service area.

TARC will operate its normal service on all fixed routes on General Election Day. Passengers can skip the fare box and take any route to help get to their polling place or any other destination. Service will also be fare-free for TARC3 paratransit customers on Election Day.

“Keeping the community moving forward is the most important part of what we do. Offering fare-free rides on Election Day so people can vote at their precinct polling location fulfils that mission in more ways than one,” said Carrie Butler, Executive Director of TARC. “Getting where you need to go that day is as easy as hopping on and having a seat.”

“TARC’s year-after-year dedication to this effort is key to providing registered voters the opportunity to make their voices heard on Election Day,” said Bobbie Holsclaw, Jefferson County Clerk and Chairperson, Board of Elections. “Providing a free, fair, and secure election is something that takes all of us, and we remain grateful for TARC’s contribution to this important effort. Removing transportation barriers is essential to helping many people exercise their American right to vote.”

ELECTION DAY INFORMATION FROM THE JEFFERSON COUNTY CLERK:

Polls are open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 7. If you are in line at 6:00 p.m., you will be allowed to vote.

Visit JeffersonCountyClerk.org, go to “Voter Info,” then click “Where do I Vote?” to find your polling location, or call the Election Center at (502) 574-6100. If your polling location changes, you will be notified by the Jefferson County Clerk’s Office.

Registered voters in Kentucky need to confirm their identity when they vote in person. Your ID must show your name and photo and must be issued by one of the following: United States or Commonwealth of Kentucky; United States Department of Defense a branch of the uniformed services, the Merchant Marines, or Kentucky National Guard; public or private college, university, or postgraduate technical or professional school located within the United States; or any government entity located within Kentucky.

If you do not have or are unable to provide one of the above IDs, you may cast a ballot if you sign a sworn “Voter Affirmation Form” and provide one of the following identifications that must show your name: A Social Security card; any ID issued by a county in Kentucky that’s been approved by the State Board of Elections; any card with your photograph; any food stamp ID card, electronic benefits transfer card, or supplemental nutrition assistance (SNAP) card issued by Kentucky or; a credit or debit card.

For more information on elections and voting, call (502) 574-6100, or connect online by visiting the Jefferson County Clerk’s election website at elections.JeffersonCountyClerk.org and on Facebook at facebook.com/JCCOKY