Elgin transportation made easier

CARTS addresses access to social services

A new initiative focused on expanding access to health care services has increased Elgin residents’ options for on-demand transportation.

The Capital Area Rural Transpor tat ion System (CARTS) introduced its CARTS NOW program in Elgin earlier this year, allowing residents to request rides through a mobile app or by calling 512-505-5666. Representatives said the service is part of a larger effort coordinated with Bastrop County Cares (BCC) to make local travel easier, particularly for older adults, residents needing medical care and those without reliable transportation.