Miami-Dade Transit Adds Perks for EASY Card Users

EASY Card holders receive discounts at local businesses including Pinecrest Bakery

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Miami-Dade Transit Adds Perks for EASY Card Users

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Miami-Dade Transit riders can now save money at local businesses through the EASY Perks program, which offers discounts to anyone with an EASY Card or EASY Ticket. Transit officials said the initiative provides savings on shopping, dining, and special events throughout Miami-Dade County. One featured partner is Pinecrest Bakery, where cardholders receive 10% off their orders at any location.

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The program aims to make public transit more rewarding while supporting local businesses, according to the transit agency. Miami-Dade County's initiative demonstrates the agency's commitment to making transit more attractive and cost-effective for riders. The nationally recognized program continues to expand its network of participating merchants. Officials said the partnership creates mutual benefits for riders and the community by encouraging residents to use public transportation while providing businesses with additional customers.

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Transit riders can access the full list of participating partners on Miami-Dade Transit's EASY Perks website, though officials didn't specify how many merchants currently participate in the program. The discounts vary by business and cover categories including shopping, dining, and special events throughout the county. Local businesses interested in joining can participate for free by completing an online application. Officials said businesses can sign up through a simple online form available on the county website, though processing times for new applications weren't provided.

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The program is currently active and accepting new merchant partners, transit officials said. Officials didn't provide details about when the program originally launched or how long it's been operating. The agency said it continues to expand the network of participating businesses, though specific growth targets or timelines for adding new partners weren't available.

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Riders need only present their EASY Card or EASY Ticket at participating locations to receive discounts. The program provides an added incentive for choosing public transit over driving, potentially saving frequent riders significant amounts throughout the year. Moovit provides real-time updates for Miami-Dade Transit routes, helping riders plan trips to participating EASY Perks merchants throughout the county.