Contact: Kevin Elwood
Phone: (336) 412-6309

Representative Mel Watt to "Trade Places" with GTA

GREENSBORO, NC – (August 5, 2008) – Tomorrow, Greensboro Transit Authority will welcome Representative Melvin Watt as GTA participates in his “Trading Places” program. The 12th District Congressman will work alongside customer service agents at the J. Douglas Galyon Depot Transit Center on Wednesday, August 6 from 4 to 5 pm.

Watt will be performing ticket sales and other customer service duties for GTA passengers and visitors. The visit will allow the Congressman to experience the everyday working and commuting environments of his constituents while getting feedback on their concerns. In addition, Watt will take an opportunity to present medals of honor to three local veterans. The presentation will take place prior to his work shift beginning at 3:40 pm at the Depot.

Special accommodations are being made for media desiring to cover this event. Media representatives are asked to contact Kevin Elwood at (336) 412-6309 if you wish to attend, and assistance will be offered with parking and other arrangements. For more information regarding Representative Mel Watt or the Trading Places program, contact Sharon Fisher at (336) 275-9950.

The Greensboro Department of Transportation (GDOT) seeks to increase public safety and mobility through the effective planning and delivery of transportation services and operation of municipal transit.  For more information about GDOT, contact us at (336) 373-GDOT (4368) or visit www.greensboro-nc.gov/gdot

The City of Greensboro works in partnership with the community to build an increased quality of life for all residents by fostering an environment where inclusion, diversity, and trust are valued.  As the seventh largest employer in Greensboro, the City has a dedicated professional staff of 2700 employees who maintain four core values of honesty, integrity, stewardship, and respect.  The City of Greensboro is governed by a council-manager form of government where a mayor and eight council members act as the legislative body.  For more information on the City of Greensboro, please visit us online at www.greensboro-nc.gov.

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