Refining my communication efforts to be more clear with my community. Shared this on my personal page just now:
VOTRAN is doing an amazing job. always has. Considering the constraints they have to work with, and also considering that we are not a major metropolis, they really are quite outstanding. Most of the people who really rag on Votran have never actually used the bus service (Or any other public transport for that matter).
(Actual bus riders and users of public transport tend to focus their complaints on legitimate glitches and issues regarding the system. And their feedback is very valuable.)
And I have nothing against people who have never ridden the bus. But, just recognize that unless you’ve tried it, you really don’t know how good it is.
PS special homework assignment for anyone who has ever taken my transportation posts as begging for rides and special treatment. Please give that same energy to promoting public transportation for those who need it. Share the posts from Votran, share my public posts about the transportation, and so on. My posts are never just about me (Unless it’s some amusing tidbit that’s obviously meant to be personal) they are ALWAYS additionally about the public good. I am a freelance, self-appointed, self- funded PUBLIC SERVANT and take my job seriously. Not only do I not want special favors, I cannot ethically accept them. Peace out and happy Saturday everyone! What a beautiful weekend it’s starting out to be.
PS no apologies are needed ever. Various offers by the civilian population are well intended. And I simply take them as feedback to improve the clarity of my communications. Please be aware that I am always on assignment, 365-24-7, even when we are out together having “purely recreational” fun!!! I am very blessed to have made up this job for myself! It is a thrilling occupational niche.
PS. You may view the companion Facebook post, with photos, On my deep green Facebook page. Here’s the link to the post: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GgZxoGnVJ/