(KLZA)--A new mini-van has been secured for Richardson County Transit.
Funds are being raised now to help cover some of the extra costs for the new van. Richardson County has agreed to fund the required matching funds to help secure the 2018 Dodge Caravan.
Other costs associated with the van are not covered including registration, taxes and for a logo on the sides of the van.
Richardson County Transit Manager Brenda Guilliams says not be be surprised if someone approaches you about a donation for the fundraiser.
Donations are being sought for a silent auction to be held on-line may 14th – 18th. You can go to the SENCA Facebook page to submit a bid or do it in person at the Falls City seniro Center in the Transit Office.
Bids will be accepted until 2 o'clock on Friday afternoon, May 18th with the winning bids announced on Monday, May 21.
All proceeds will benefit the Richardson County Transit Program. Currently two vans are in use, both have in excess of 100,000 miles on them.
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