Our View: Ground breaking a great day for WPT

Since it's inception in 2011, Whitehall Public Transportation has provided an amazing service for local residents.

During a special groundbreaking ceremony last week, WPT came one step closer to the completion of their new bus barn. The Richard (Dick) Gustin Memorial Bus Barn will be a huge asset to a service that is a huge asset to the community.

For those unfamiliar with Whitehall Public Transportation, they are the only provider of transit for the general public locally. While their primary focus is transportation for those with disabilities or the elderly, they also provide service to the general public.

The Whitehall area is so lucky to have this service and that is why it was so great to see the bus barn one step closer to reality. Whether it be a local shopping trip or planned trip to Butte for Doctors appointment or other essential needs, WPT is always there for those in need. It is wonderful to see them closser to having the facility they deserve.

The four-bay bus barn with a passenger waiting area is not only something they can be proud of, it will make a great service even better.

A lot of hard work has gone into making this dream a reality and a huge thanks for all the organizations that made this possible.

The future is bright for WPT.