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title: IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RIDERS
description: Sioux Area Metro (SAM) depot facilities will close daily at 6:15 PM, effective June 30, 2026, due to ongoing renovations. Please plan your travel and ticket purchases accordingly.
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July 1, 2026

# IMPORTANT NOTICE TO RIDERS

**To Our Valued Passengers:**

Due to the ongoing depot renovations, **Sioux Area Metro (SAM)** is implementing an adjustment to our depot hours to ensure the continued safety and security of our riders and staff.

**Beginning this evening, June 30, 2026, the depot will close daily at 6:15 PM.**

### **What You Need to Know:**

- **Adjusted Closure:** The depot facilities will not be accessible after 6:15 PM.
- **Plan Ahead:** We strongly advise all passengers to **please plan your travel accordingly** and make any necessary arrangements for ticket purchases prior to the new closing time.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this adjustment may cause to your daily commute. We appreciate your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we work towards bringing you a new and improved facility.

For the most up-to-date information on routes, schedules, and when normal depot operations will resume, please check our official website or contact customer service.

Thank you for riding with us.

**— Sioux Area Metro (SAM)**

 

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