On March 9, Columbia County's Public Transportation service expands adding a new run of its Shopping Shuttle bus from 6:45 a.m. to 8 a.m. Monday through Saturday, and another on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Public Transportation Committee Chair and Supervisor Michael Chameides said, “Public transportation contributes to economic development, public health, and quality of life.... I’m grateful to be working with great partners to improve this vital service.” There were over 21,000 trips on the Shopping Shuttle bus in 2022, which loops through major shopping spots and other locations in Greenport and Hudson. The Columbia County Board of Supervisors is considering other changes to its transportation policies, and will hold public hearings on the issue at 6:30 p.m. March 15 at 401 State Street, and another online hearing at 6 p.m. on March 28 at meet.google.com/cek-unez-dni?hs=122&authuser=0. The public can also submit written comments by emailing Shari.franks@columbiacountyny.com.