Be Safe

• Ride in an upright position with feet on the floor.
• All passenger seats shall be fixed and secured to the vehicle. Any personal item that interferes with the securement of a mobility device is prohibited.
• Personal belongings may not block the walkway or the movement of other patrons.
• Children must be supervised.
• Pets must be in small carriers that fit on the rider’s lap. Service animals must be under control of the owner.
• Flammable and/or explosive materials are not allowed.
• Report unattended items to security or Breeze personnel. Unattended items will be removed; Breeze is not responsible for lost or unattended items.

Be Clean and Comfortable

• Dispose of trash in the appropriate receptacles; no littering.
• Non-alcoholic beverages must be in a closed container.
• Alcoholic beverages must be in a closed container and cannot be consumed on Breeze property. Breeze reserves the right to refuse service to individuals who are under the influence of alcohol or other substances.
• Food must be in a closed container and cannot be consumed in Breeze vehicles.
• Smoking, vaping, and the use of non-tobacco electronic devices are not allowed in vehicles.
• Overpowering fragrances/odors are not allowed.
• Shirts and bottom attire are always required. Bare feet are not allowed.
• The use or display of loud, obscene, threatening, or profane language or images is not allowed.
• Use low volume and headphones when listening to audio devices.

Be Purposeful

• The private distribution of promotional materials, or attempting to buy or sell products or services, is not allowed.
• Loitering, panhandling, soliciting, proselytizing, and camping are not allowed.
• Horseplay, bike riding, rollerblading, skateboarding, running, and similar recreational activities are not allowed.
• Bathing, shaving, washing clothes, and similar domestic activities are not allowed.

Enforcement

• FIRST STEP: the offender will be advised of the rule and given the opportunity to comply.
• SECOND STEP: the offender will be directed off Breeze property (vehicle, station, or shelter/stop).
• THIRD STEP: the offender will be reported to law enforcement. Failure to leave Breeze property after being directed to do so may result in arrest for trespassing.

We welcome community groups of up to 10 participants for a guided tour and presentation of our Transit Administration campus. Visitors should wear close-toed shoes.

• 45-minute walking tour (optional mezzanine view requires 1 flight of steps)
• 45-minute interactive presentation with Q&A
• Take-home goodies

Email breeze@scgov.net to schedule a tour or to request a presentation at your location.

Make an impact on the community every day! Bus drivers receive the same great benefits as other Sarasota County Government employees. Breeze Transit will pay for the required CDL training and exam. Seasoned drivers will be compensated for their experience. Learn more about becoming a Bus Operator at scgov.net/jobs. Also check for positions within transit maintenance, dispatch, or administration.

Sarasota County is a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace, and an EEO/AA/ADA employer. Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities.

Interested in driving for one of our contracted service providers?

Find contact information for the 77 Siesta Islander and 78 Bay Runner, Breeze OnDemand, and Breeze Plus on the Contact Breeze Transit page.

The Citizens Advisory Committee for Public Transportation (CACPT) makes recommendations to the Sarasota County Commission and transit staff on matters pertaining to public transit.

The committee of seven members meets approximately four times a year. For more information, visit the Citizens Advisory Committee for Public Transportation webpage or contact the Sarasota County Contact Center at 941-861-5000.

Observations and insights related to the improvement of Breeze Transit are always welcome. Email breeze@scgov.net.