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Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · 20d

Big Truck Day is Thursday! Check out large trucks & vehicles, incl. Tri Delta Transit's zero-emission battery electric bus. In honor of Transit Month, visit the TDT booth for info about our electric bus & pick up some swag. Take Tri MyRide or Route 380 or 384. More: www.antiochca.gov/big-truck-day/

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Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · 27d

Delta Veterans Group brings Stand Down on the Delta to the Contra Costa County Fairgrounds Sept. 12-15, with essential services for veterans incl. medical & dental care, housing assistance & job placement. Homeless veterans will be housed for 4 days at the Fairgrounds. More: deltaveteransgroup.org

Join us for Stand Down on the Delta 2025. Delta Veterans Group proudly presents Stand Down on the Delta 2205. Coming this September to the Contra Costa County Fairgrounds in Antioch. A four-day event to support our homeless and at-risk veterans with essential services: Medical and dental care, housing assistance, job placement, veterans legal services, and much more.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · 28d

Rides equal raffle entries in the Transit Month Ride Contest! Each transit system offers different prizes. Rides on Tri Delta Transit could win you a prize pack incl. an insulated TDT tote & two 20-Ride Passes. Post your rides & challenge your friends to pass you on the Leaderboard: ridecontest.com

Adventure starts on transit - Transit Month. Illustration of people from all walks of life waiting to board a Tri Delta Transit bus which has just pulled up.

Screenshot of Transit Month Ride Contest Leaderboard for Tri Delta Transit. It shows rider username, total distance traveled, agency count, and ride count.

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Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Sep 2

Every ride you take on transit is worth another raffle entry in the Transit Month Ride Contest. Sign up & log your rides. Trips you take on Tri Delta Transit (TDT) enter you to win TDT swag. They also enter you to win a high-value Clipper card from 511 Contra Costa. Sign up: ridecontest.com

Ride Contest - Part of Transit Month. Brought to you by San Francisco Transit Riders and Seamless Bay Area. Ride Transit, Win Prizes. Photo montage of different prizes. Prizes include exclusive transit ridealongs and tours, tote bags, and transit maps. Some require taking the most rides, but for others, each logged ride will enter your name into a raffle.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Aug 27

Tri Delta Transit Takes You Places:

If you're headed to the Contra Costa Block Party tomorrow (Thursday), let us do the driving. Ride Route 361 or 375, or take our Tri MyRide on-demand shuttle for $2 each way.

Block Party Info: www.contracosta.ca.gov/CivicAlerts....

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2025 Contra Costa County Block Party - One stop for your county service needs. Thursday, August 28, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., Antioch Community Center - 4703 Lone Tree Way. Visit contra costa dot C A dot G O V for details.

2025 Condado de Contra Costa - Todas sus necesidades de servicios en una ubicación. Jueves 28 de Agosto - 4 a 7 p.m. - Centro Comunitario de Antioch - 4703 Lone Tree Way. Visite contra costa punto C A punto G O V para más detalles.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Aug 21

Tri Delta Transit Takes You Places:

The Delta Harvest Run isn't just fun, it also supports East Contra Costa food banks, shelters & college scholarships for local students.

When: Sun., Sept. 7
Where: City Park, Brentwood
Getting There: Take TDT Route 373
Run Registration: deltaharvestrun.com

Photo of runners passing through the starting line arch. Delta Harvest Run. September 7, 2025. Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1-mile Family Fun Run. City Park, Brentwood. Website: Delta Harvest Run dot com.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Aug 20

Congratulations to BART, the first Bay Area transit agency to accept both Clipper & contactless-payment options. Right now, BART is the only system which can do this. Tri Delta Transit's card readers are still Clipper-only, but we're excited to get the same upgrade in the future.

BART @bart.gov · Aug 20

🚨 Tap and Ride is LIVE! 🚨

Starting today, you can pay for BART right at the fare gates with a 💳 contactless-enabled debit or credit card or use 🤳 mobile payment, like Apple Pay and Google Pay.

There is zero registration or setup process required.

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Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Aug 16

Take Tri Delta Transit's Route 374 or Tri MyRide on-demand shuttle to the Bay Point Community Resource Fair on Sat. (8/16). The Pittsburg/Bay Point Tri MyRide shuttle will take you from anywhere to anywhere within the service zone for just $2. Get the app: trimyride.com

Bay Point Community Resource Fair. Saturday, August 16 from 10am to 2pm. Taking place at the Ambrose Community Center in Bay Point at 3105 Willow Pass Road. Join us for a day filled with valuable resources for your and your family. This free fair connects you with essential resources, services, and emergency preparedness tools - all in one place. Free backpacks & school supplies. Free groceries and clothing vouchers. Free professional headshots. Free haircuts. Free kids activities and games. Free lunch provided - while supplies last. Educational programs & resources. Career-building resources, homeless resources, educational resources, and more.

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Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Aug 14

Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) is updating the Countywide Transportation Plan & wants your input – you could win a $100 gift card. No matter how you get around, you can shape safer, more connected & more efficient travel.

Explore the Open House and take the survey: openhouse.ccta.net

Help shape the future of transportation in Contra Costa County. The Contra Costa Transportation Authority is updating its Countywide Transportation Plan, and we want to hear from you. Take the survey at open house dot C C T A dot net.

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Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Aug 14

New schedules take some getting used to but we hope it doesn’t take long to get used to faster, more direct routes.

The New TDT Network, which went into effect on August 10th, offers:

• Increased bus frequency
• Better connections with BART
• Expanded Tri MyRide service

Info: trideltatransit.com

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Aug 10

The BIG schedule change is here! The new TDT network starts TODAY. New Routes, new numbers & new timetables. Tri MyRide is expanding in Antioch/Oakley & there's a new zone in Brentwood. Better & faster connections with BART. All for an improved rider experience. Details: revitalizetridelta.com

Did you know? Tri Delta Transit's NEW TDT SYSTEM has faster times, more Tri My Ride service, more frequent service, better connections to BART, more weekend service – just more for you overall. Details at revitalize tri delta dot com.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Aug 6

On Mon., Aug. 11, BART will make minor schedule changes in coordination with the region’s other transit systems – including Tri Delta Transit – as part of a regional effort to sync schedules, reduce impacts & improve transfers for transit riders. Learn more: www.bart.gov/news/article... @bart.gov

Photo of BART Fleet of the Future train on elevated tracks crossing over local roads

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jul 23

ENVIRONMENTAL TOWN HALL & RESOURCE FAIR: Saturday's event will be at Oakley's Big Break Regional Shoreline. Visit the Tri Delta Transit table & learn about our zero-emission electric buses & our plans to electrify our fleet. Attend virtually or in person. RSVP: desaulnier.house.gov/town-hall-rsvp

Congressman DeSaulnier hosts an Environmental Town Hall & Resource Fair - Saturday, July 26th. Resource Fair - 10 am to 11:30 am. Town Hall begins at 10:30am. Big Break Regional Shoreline in Oakley. Join us for a special outdoor event and connect with local environmental groups. RSVP at DeSaulnier dot house dot gov slash town dash hall dash R S V P. Space is limited.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jul 7

APPLY NOW for two 20-ride passes so your student can get back and forth to school for FREE. Request passes for up to 2 students per household. Get the details: 511cc.org/pass2class

511 Contra Costa @511cc.org · Jul 7

FREE BUS PASSES FOR STUDENTS: Apply now! Pass2Class provides your student up to 2 months of free rides on County Connection, AC Transit, Tri Delta Transit, or WestCAT. Passes available while supplies last. Click below for more. 511cc.org/pass2class

Pass2Class - Student Transit Ticket Program | 511 Contra Costa

Pass2Class offers free public transit passes to students in Contra Costa County to encourage the use of buses to and from school.

511cc.org

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 27

ANTIOCH RESIDENTS: The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District will host a community meeting at Harbour Park and Mountaire Park on Saturday (6/28) from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.

Tri Delta Transit is providing this important information as a service to our community.

Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District's Antioch Community Meetings. When: June 28th from 10am to 2pm. Where: Harbour Park (Ashburton Drive & Lindley Drive) and Mountaire Park (3135 Sunset Lane).

Únase a Nosotros en la Reunion Comunitaria de Antioch del Distrito de Control de Mosquitos y Vectores de Contra Costa. Cuándo: Sábado, 28 de junio de 2025, de 10:00 am a 2:00 pm. Dónde: Harbour Park (Ashburton Drive y Lindley Drive), y Mountaire Park (3135 Sunset Lane).

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 25

🎆 Tri Delta Transit can take you to your 4th of July celebrations!

On July 4th, Routes 380, 381, 388, 389, 391 & 395 will be in service.
Paratransit & Tri MyRide will have limited service.

🗺️ For help planning your trip, visit trideltatransit.com or use the @transit.app.

In observance of the Fourth of July Holiday on Friday, July 4th, Tri Delta Transit will be operating weekend/holiday service. Routes 380, 381, 388, 389, 391, and 395 will operate. Paratransit and Tri MyRide services will be limited. The administrative office will be closed.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 25

Tri Delta Transit is proud to announce former CEO Jeanne Krieg has been inducted into the America Public Transportation Association's Hall of Fame. Congratulations Jeanne.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 19

Happy Juneteenth from Tri Delta Transit!

Drawing of hearts colored red, yellow, and green. Text reads: Juneteenth, June 19th.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 18

BART RIDERS: Saturday & Sunday there will be track work between Walnut Creek & Concord stations. A bus bridge will replace train service. Allow 20-30 extra minutes if traveling through the work area.

BART @bart.gov · Jun 16

Bus Bridge Alert: Free buses will replace trains between Walnut Creek and Concord stations this coming Saturday, June 21 and Sunday, June 22.

Crews will replace 8,000 feet of track, remove vegetation that could interfere with service, and deep clean Pleasant Hill Station.

A map on the left showing the BART system with a zoom in on the right showing buses replacing trains between Concord and Walnut Creek.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 18

Tri Delta Transit is having fun at the Brentwood Library for the Exploration Station event. We’re telling families were they can take our buses to for summer fun since Youth Ride Free June and July.

Photos of children and parents at the Brentwood Library enjoying interactive stations and exhibits at the Exploration Station event

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 17

Tri Delta Transit is saddened to hear of the passing of beloved longtime rider & volunteer Elthello (Pello) Smith, who served on the Paratransit Coordinating Council since 2016.

Our hearts go out to his wife Beverly and family. He will be greatly missed.

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Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 16

Tri Delta Transit Takes You Places!
Bring your child to the Brentwood Library Exploration Station & stop by our booth:
📅 Wed., June 18
🕓 11 AM – 2 PM
📍 104 Oak St, Brentwood
🚍 Take Route 391
💳 Plan your trip at TriDeltaTransit.com or on the @transit.app
ℹ️ Details: 511cc.org/exploration2...

Contra Costa County Library Presents Exploration Stations. June 18: Brentwood Library - 11am to 2pm. Photos of children enjoying the different activities at the events. Discover science this summer at the Exploration Stations. Level up at your library. Summer Reading June 2 to August 2.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 14

13th Annual Juneteenth Celebration by Souljah's in Pittsburg
Family-friendly event with live music, food vendors & cultural performances.
📅 Sunday, June 15
🕛 12 PM – 5 PM
📍 John Buckley Park, Pittsburg
Take Route 388
💳 Plan your trip at TriDeltaTransit.com or on the @transit.app

Souljah's 13th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration. Saturday, June 15, at John Buckley Park (at Railroad Ave and 5th Street) in Pittsburg from noon to 5pm. Family event, no smoking or alcohol. For more information, visit Pittsburg Juneteenth dot com.

Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 14

Grace Arms Juneteenth Celebration
A community event featuring vendors and activities to honor African American heritage.
📅 Saturday, June 21
🕛 12 PM – 5 PM
📍 3415 Oakley Road, Antioch
Take Route 380
💳 Plan your trip at TriDeltaTransit.com or on the @transit.app

Grace Arms of Antioch - Upcoming Events. Juneteenth Celebration - June 21 from noon to 5pm. Food, games, music, vendors. Event is at 3415 Oakley Road in Antioch. For more information, visit grace arms of antioch dot O R G slash juneteenth.

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Tri Delta Transit @trideltatransit.bsky.social · Jun 13

Brentwood's 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration
Join the community to commemorate Juneteenth
📅 Thursday, June 19
🕓 4 PM – 8 PM
📍 City Park, 790 Second Street, Brentwood
Take Route 384
💳 Plan your trip at TriDeltaTransit.com or on the @transit.app

City of Brentwood Juneteenth Celebration in the Park. Thursday, June 19. 4pm to 8pm. Free. City Park in Brentwood. Featuring musical guest Digital Underground. Live music, food trucks, kids activities, craft vendors, educational booths. Presented by the City of Brentwood.