Congratulations to George Johnson, driver at TransNet's partner, Bux-Mont Transportation, for being selected to receive the fourth quarter Employee Excellence Award. As a result of his hard work, dedication, dependability and going above and beyond what is expected of him, he received $500 along with an excellence pin at the employee appreciation luncheon. Thank you for all you do!

Danielle Johns, driver and dispatcher at Tri County Transit, has been with TransNet for 3 years. She mainly transports people with wheelchairs along with students to and from school. Danielle enjoys meeting new people and hearing all the different stories the consumers like to share with her. She truly enjoys her job and finds her tasks to be fun and fulfilling. Danielle portrays the personality, responsibility, and dependability TransNet looks for in a driver to attend and compete in the State Roadeo; therefore, she will be competing again this year on August 5-6th. Good luck, Danielle! All her "free" time is enjoyed with her children.

Congratulations to James Kramer and John Latney, drivers from TransNet's partner, Easton Coach Company, for being selected to receive the fourth quarter Employee Excellence Awards. As a result of their hard work, dedication, dependability and going above and beyond what is expected of them, they each received $500 along with an excellence pin at the employee appreciation luncheon. Thank you for all you do and continue to provide an excellent transportation service for the consumers.

Tom Keenan, driver at TransNet's partner Tri County Transit, has been a driver for 3 years. He primarily transports school children along with senior citizens who are in the Shared Ride Program. Tom really enjoys meeting and interacting with all his clients because they are so grateful for the transportation and driver assistance he provides. They realize they wouldn't be as independent if TransNet wasn't available to transport them to school or the grocery store or the hairdresser or doctors' appointments and more. Tom enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and watching football with his four sons during his "free" time.

Thyra Williams, driver at TransNet's partner Easton Coach Company, has been a driver for 2 1/2 years and continues to enjoy what she does. She transports school children, dialysis patients, foster grannies and more realizing how much of an impact she has on their everyday lives. Thyra enjoys conversing with her clients and listening to all the stories they enjoy telling her. They have a great sense of humor and she loves laughing with them. She says, "I do my best with the clients everyday, helping them in any way I can." During Thyra's "free" time, she enjoys reading, texting old friends and spending time with family.

Maria Church, Risk Management Director at TransNet, kicks off the beginning of TransNet's "Safety First" Presentations today, July 10th, at the Ambler SAAC. Over 30 senior citizens were in attendance with questions, comments, and enthusiasm. These safety presentations help the consumer understand their role as it pertains to everyone's safety. At pickup locations, the consumer needs to follow these guidelines: Wait until the driver exits the vehicle and is at the entrance door of the vehicle before he/she enters the vehicle. Allow the driver to assist the consumer onto the vehicle if necessary Consumers with mobility devices should be in line first Make sure you as the consumer are properly

Rich Preston, driver at TransNet's partner Tri County Transit, has been working for the organization for over 7 years! He drives students to and from school and camp and really enjoys performing this needed service. Rich realizes how his job affects these children and their families' lives by helping them have their independence and continue with their education. When Rich was asked what his best experience was during his job he said, "With so many personal and pleasant experiences in seven years, it's difficult to pick a 'best'. However, most recently, being requested by the parents of one of my clients to remain their driver served as validation that I was doing a good job." During Rich's

James Downam, Driver at TransNet's partner Easton Coach Company, has been working there for over 8 years. He is a very versatile driver and is able to interact with and transport many different types of people, therefore, he's placed on the routes where he is needed most. James enjoys being a driver because of the people he meets and knowing he's making a difference in their lives by allowing them to be independent and continue to live life to the fullest. He was selected to be a trainer so he's able to pass along his knowledge and abilities to other drivers. He takes pride in the work he does and always performs his duties to the best of his ability. James is a retired marine, which is prob

Linda Reinert, driver at TransNet's partner Easton Coach Company, has been with the organization for 10 years! She transports mostly wheelchair, day care, and workshop clients. Linda enjoys meeting the different clients and driving. Her best experience was winning the Employee Excellence Award a couple years ago from TransNet. This award was given to Linda as a result of her hard work, dedication and commitment to her job and clients. She received $500 and an excellence pin as a token of our appreciation for all she does for the company. Congratulations! During Linda's "free" time she enjoys going to casinos and the shore.