Comments on: Bus for party-goers may add UR loop

By: Jimmy

Jimmy — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 18:46:02 +0000

James- What a stupid statement. What does safe transportation to and from downtown have to do with “easy access to alcohol”? I can assure you the “easy access” is on campus. This just allows students who want to get off campus for a change not to have to get behind the wheel after having a few drinks.

By: Brian Korte

Brian Korte — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:49:58 +0000

We faced a challenge similar to this at my undergrad, where liability became an issue. We wanted to offer something like this as a student service. The greater good is a big factor here.

Personal responsibility is key. If people are getting themselves hurt with alcohol, it shouldn’t be the responsibility of the bus driver, its parent company, or any of its clients. And in the greater good, isn’t it better to keep people out of their cars after a party?

We studied both sides of the issue carefully, and I’ve been a proponent of both, in different times of my life. Ultimately, I think the benefits FAR outweigh the apprehensions. Good luck To The Bottom and Back!

By: Mike Rose

Mike Rose — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 18:02:32 +0000

The city has needed a system like this for a long time. Bravo to these two entrepreneurs for taking the bull by the horns. The service already facilitates moving around downtown and it makes sense for U of R to embrace an expansion route.

Between sustainability, safety, and drinking and driving multiple positive messages should come out of this. Good luck in further expansion, both here and beyond the borders.

By: james

james — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:39:16 +0000

That’s what we need — another way to give under-21 college students easy access to alcohol. I knew we were missing something around here. Do they card people at the UR stop before they get on the bus?

By: Scott Dickens

Scott Dickens — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:31:54 +0000

A fantastic business that really adds value to living in the city. Congrats on a great concept and to further success and expansion. I’m sure other colleges and military towns could use this type of thing too!