Cherriots Invites Community Members To Join Its Advisory Committee - 09/17/25

SALEM, OR — September 17, 2025 Cherriots Invites Community Members to Join Its Advisory Committee

Cherriots is seeking community members to serve on its Community Advisory Committee (CAC), a group that plays a vital role in shaping the future of public transit in the Salem-Keizer area. The CAC provides input and recommendations to the Cherriots Board of Directors, ensuring the region’s diverse needs and voices are represented in transit planning. 

“Community feedback is critical to building a transit system that works for everyone,” said Board Member Sara Duncan. “We’re looking for passionate, engaged community members who want to help make public transportation more accessible, equitable, and sustainable.”

The CAC includes riders and non-riders, residents, and other stakeholders from across the community. Applicants should live or work within the Urban Growth Boundary (https://data.cityofsalem.net/datasets/ugb/about) and be ready to bring their perspectives and experiences to the table.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Live and/or work within the Urban Growth Boundary
• Commit to a two-year appointment
• Attend quarterly meetings (with the possibility of monthly meetings)
• Review materials and actively participate in discussions and recommendations

Applications can be completed online at https://www.cherriots.org/cac/.

Paper applications are also available by calling 503-588-2424.