SMA-ADA Dial-A-Ride (DAR) - How to Apply

To be ADA Dial-a-Ride certified, passengers must complete the following steps. Once the steps have been completed and all information is submitted, you will be notified within twenty-one (21) days whether or not you have been ADA Dial-a-Ride certified.

Step 1

Request Application
To request an application for ADA Dial-A-Ride service a person may:
- call: (209) 982-4514, ext. Option 3
- write: San Joaquin RTD
P.O. Box 201010
Stockton, CA, 95201
- e-mail
- or visit the San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD) office at 421 East Weber Avenue, Stockton, CA 95202.

Click here to download application.

Step 2

Completely fill out Application Form
Incomplete forms will delay the review process. If the application is incomplete it will be returned to the applicant for completion. If you have any questions regarding application forms, call the RTD administrative office at 209 982 4514, extension 8432, and ask for assistance.

Step 3

Submit Application Form to medical professional
Take the form to a medical professional who can best diagnose your disability and assess your need for ADA Dial-a-Ride service. The doctor will need to review the vertification criteria and Application before completing the Vertification Form.

Click here to download Verification Form.

Step 4

Return Application/Certification Form
Forms may be mailed to San Joaquin RTD at P.O. Box 201010, Stockton, CA 95201, or delivered to RTD’s Administrative Office at 421 East Weber Avenue, Stockton, CA 95202.

Step 5

Notification of qualification
RTD staff will carefully review each application to ensure that only qualified persons are approved. Upon completion of review, a notification of certification or an explanation of denial will be mailed. If your Application for Dial-A-Ride service was denied, you have the right to appeal this decision.

Appeals Process

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