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SECC’s transit services continue ensuring safety for all Many safety protocols have been put into place including, but not limited to, daily passenger screening, personal protective equipment use, reducing the number of available seats to properly space passengers out, and thorough sanitization of bus surfaces. SECC’s six drivers have a total of 54 years driving transit for SECC. They go
above and beyond to provide a high-quality service to clients. According to SECC Transit driver Cassandra Gagnon, “I always do my best to provide friendly and professional service. Sometimes it can be difficult to carry conversation wearing a mask, but I still do whatever I can to give [our clients] a good experience on our vehicles.” Aside from regular trips taking clients to medical appointments, the grocery store, or safely socializing when permitted by public health regulations, SECC’s Transit services have adjusted to fulfill the needs of seniors and persons with disabilities in the community. “Our staff has been working hard to ensure we are providing the services that will be most
helpful to the seniors in our community during this time,” said Mark Wybenga, Community Services Department Coordinator. “It has kept us on our toes and thinking creatively about how to adapt our service offerings.” Currently, SECC’s Transit is continuing to offer free round-trip trans-
LEAMINGTON — One person is facing multiple charges after assaulting a police officer. On June 6, 2021, just after 11:00 p.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police was nearly struck by a motorist in front of the Leamington Detachment on Clark Street West in the Municipality of Leamington. Extensive patrols of the
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By Abby Neufeld Dick LEAMINGTON – Throughout the pandemic, South Essex Community Council’s (SECC) transit services, also known as Erie Shore Community Transit, have continued operating to ensure community members are able to access affordable and safe transit to get where they need to go.
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