A replica trolley-bus was unveiled to the media and several local dignitaries in a ceremony at the Tompkins Consolidated Area Transit (TCAT) facility today. The trolley will be on public display in "bank alley" on the Ithaca Commons, Saturday, April 7, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

While the trolley-bus resembles century-old technology, a cutting-edge, extremely low-emission engine -- fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG) -- is at its heart. In another improvement over its predecessors, the trolley is equipped with a wheelchair lift.

TCAT staff will be on hand during the display to answer any questions about this exciting new addition to its fleet. The trolley-bus is slated to begin service on Route 10, the Cornell-Commons Shuttle, on Monday, April 9. Route 10 runs at 10 minute intervals from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, year-round.