Bus Courtesy Expectations
- Stand back when the bus is approaching.
- Vacate reserved seating near the front when seniors and people with disabilities board.
- Do not take more than one seat if the bus is crowded.
- Check that you have your belongings before you disembark.
- Wear shoes and shirts at all times.
- Speak quietly when talking to others or using cell phones.
- Refrain from talking to the transit operator while the bus is in motion.
- Remain seated at all times.
- Do not leave papers or trash on the bus.
- No strong-smelling odors such as body odor, alcohol, marijuana and/or perfumes
- Signal driver before your stop if other than the normal drop-off and pick up points
- Be ready at the requested pick-up time. The driver is required to leave if rider is not present within Five (5) minutes.
- Seat belts must be worn at all times.
- Children under four (4) years of age or 40 pounds must be secured in a car seat. Car seats are not provided by Sunshine Transit.
- No smoking on the bus, inside or within 30 feet of a transit vehicle or facility.
- Wear appropriate dress for the weather conditions.
- Sunshine Transit driver may refuse anyone who is intoxicated, overly aggressive, abusive, or otherwise disruptive to other passengers or drivers.
- Do not interfere in any manner whatsoever with the safe operation of any transit vehicle.
- Disturbing or harassing other passengers or the transit operator is strictly prohibited.
- Fighting, throwing things, pushing, shouting, rough behavior, discussing politics and vulgar language are forbidden and can be cause for removal from the bus.
- Vandalism or graffiti to seats and other portions of the bus, bus stops and transit facilities are subject to fine and/or prosecution.
- Anyone who intentionally assaults a transit operator or destroys transit property will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
- MP3, radio, phone and CD listening permitted with earphones at a low volume so not to disturb other passengers.
- Cell phone conversations permitted if speaker phone is off and conversations are kept at a low volume.
- Hazardous items such as flammables, uncovered glass, and explosives are never allowed on the bus.
- No weapons of any kind including tasers, guns and/or knives
- Distributing handbills, political flyers, soliciting or panhandling on a bus or inside transit facilities is not allowed.
- Littering and creating unsanitary conditions is cause for removal.
- Service animals are welcome on the bus and inside transit facilities. Permits and registration are not required. For more information contact customer service at 907-495-8411
- Blocking the aisles, doors, free passage or seating areas of other patrons is not allowed.
- Strollers and carriages brought onto the bus must be folded and stored out of the walkway.
- Be sure all packages are stored safely, out of the aisles and within your control.
- Sunshine Transit is not responsible for items left on bus.
- Late cancelations and no-shows for scheduled rides will be subject to Sunshine Transit’s no-show policy and may result in disciplinary action up to and including suspension from service.