The kick-off celebration for the new valleywide bus system took place on Sunday, June 29 at the Pleasanton Sports Park. Valley mayors and other elected officials welcomed the addition of the new WHEELS buses to the Valley's transportation scene.

Refreshments, buttons and balloons added to the festivities and all comers got a free preview ride on the reconditioned buses.

Fares are $.50; $.25 for seniors and youth 6-18; free for the handicapped and children under six with an adult. Transfers within the WHEELS system are free. Buses stop at all BART and Hacienda Shuttle bus stops.

Complete WHEELS schedules are available at libraries, shopping malls, City Hall and the Chamber of Commerce. For information, phone 455-5414.

To see a reproduction of the original article and edition of Pleasanton Pathways, visit: July 14, 1986 Pathways.