AUGUSTA COUNTY, VA (Rocktown Now) – Today is “Transit Equity Day,” a transportation initiative to honor Civil Rights icon Rosa Parks on her birthday.

To highlight the importance of equity in public transportation, BRITE buses and Afton Express Bus Service is waiving all fare fees today, allowing anyone to ride the bus free-of-charge.

A statement posted to the official Augusta County Facebook page says, “Public transportation is a vital resource, and we are so fortunate to have a transit system that connects our community to jobs, appointments, shopping centers, and social gatherings.”

Today marks the 112th celebration of Rosa Parks’ birthday.