City of Sunnyvale Launches Zero-Emission Microtransit Service with Via Transportation
The City of Sunnyvale, California, in partnership with public transit technology provider Via Transportation, officially launched 'Sunnyvale Beam' on September 1. This new citywide, on-demand microtransit service aims to connect residents, students, and workers to various destinations across Sunnyvale's approximately 19.2 square miles. The service is designed to address the 'first-mile/last-mile' gap, which often makes public transit difficult to access, by offering a convenient, shared, and affordable alternative to single-occupancy vehicle trips. Jennifer Garnett, a city spokesperson, stated that the service is intended to assist students with school and extracurricular activities, seniors with medical appointments, and workers in connecting with regional transit options like Caltrain and Valley Transportation Authority train stops. Riders can access the service by downloading the Sunnyvale Beam app on Apple or Android devices, or by visiting the city's dedicated website for more information, including s...