Lane Transit District will soon be getting a new app that will alert riders about delays, and other real-time route information.

On Tuesday, Lane Transit District’s board of directors signed off on a contract with Transit App, an international planning tool for bikeshare, rideshare and public transportation.

Dave Roth, Director of Mobility Planning and Policy for LTD, said riders will get real-time alerts about delays and detours on their route. They’ll also be encouraged to report issues with their bus stop, and provide feedback about their ride.

“Anytime people provide that feedback, they're awarded points,” Roth said. “There's a leaderboard for the most interactive app users, so it turns it into sort of a fun experience for the people using it.”

Roth said the app will work for all L

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