Celebrating Skill, Safety, and Community at Amerant Bank Arena
Submitted by Jose Paz
BROWARD COUNTY, FL – Broward County Transit (BCT) is excited to announce that the annual Bus Safety Roadeo is taking place this year at the Amerant Bank Arena, 1 Panther Parkway, Gate 7, Sunrise, FL 33323 on, Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The highly anticipated and dynamic competition will highlight the outstanding skills of BCT’s bus operators celebrating their unwavering commitment to safety, efficiency, and public service excellence.
Bus Operators will be challenged as they put their expertise to the test. This year, 11 BCT Bus Operators will navigate a rigorous obstacle course designed to duplicate real-world driving scenarios that will test their driving precision, problem-solving, and technical expertise, highlighting the professionalism and dedication required to navigate Broward County’s bustling roads safely and efficiently.
The Bus Roadeo is open to the public and FREE to attend. This is a family-friendly, employee- focused event where attendees can enjoy the bus operator competition. There will also be a variety of engaging family activities like games, crafts, children’s activities, Food Trucks to buy a range of delicious treats, live entertainment featuring a DJ, and a radio broadcast. The Broward County Human Resources Team will also be on hand to discuss job opportunities in the agency.
“The Bus Safety Roadeo underscores BCT’s commitment to safety, innovation, and community engagement,” said Coree Cuff Lonergan, CEO/General Manager of Broward County Transit. “This event not only highlights the incredible skills of our dedicated bus operators but also offers a unique opportunity to see firsthand the hard work and commitment that goes into their role. It’s a chance to celebrate the vital contributions of these professionals to our community and encourage others to consider a fulfilling career in transit.”
The festivities will culminate with an award ceremony at 12:30 PM, where the top-performing operators will be recognized. Winners will also earn the honor of representing BCT at the Florida Triple Crown Roadeo in Gainesville on February 14-15, and if they win there, they will have the distinct honor of competing at the International Bus Roadeo in Austin, TX, April 4-6, 2025.
