Pace Lansing Area On Demand Serves Critical Destinations

Pace, Arlington Heights, IL, has launched Lansing Area On Demand, offering affordable, flexible, and accessible first-mile/last-mile service to residents in Lansing and surrounding communities.

“Our agency is doing so many great things here in the south suburbs and throughout the region, and it is working as our ridership trends are reflecting our success,” said Pace Executive Director Melinda Metzger. “Pace September ridership hit a milestone, reaching over 2 million trips. Pace ADA Paratransit ridership has surpassed pre-pandemic levels. While we continue to make the case for much more funding for suburban transit service in the years and decades ahead, for now, we’ll continue providing cost-effective service options to the people who rely on it for a strong quality of life.”

Lansing Area On Demand offers rides for local trips or to connect with major transit routes. It is designed to improve access to critical destinations such as schools, healthcare facilities, shopping centers, and workplaces. By offering on-demand rides, this service enhances transportation options for all residents, including those who may have limited access to traditional public transit.

Lansing Mayor Patty Eidam emphasized the local benefits of the new service. “I’m pleased that Pace has selected Lansing to launch its On Demand service in the Chicago Southland. Safe, affordable, accessible transportation is a vital resource for many in our community, including older adults, teens, one-car households, and residents with disabilities. This service will open new opportunities for shopping, employment, and recreation, enhancing the quality of life for all who call Lansing home.”