The City subsidizes bus passes for seniors/disabled, high school and college/vocational students.

The resident must first obtain a TAPS Identification Card prior to purchasing the monthly bus pass.

To request a card from MTA you must do one of the following:

-Print the application directly from the MTA website:
http://metro.net/riding_metro/riders_guide/paying_fare-06.htm
Complete the form, include a copy of your ID for age verification, and one full face photo (2” x 2” or 1” x 1.25”).

Or

-Pick up an application in the Finance Cashier office at 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, complete the form, include a copy of your ID for age verification, and one full face photo (2” x 2” or 1” x 1.25”).

The City offers photos services for $10 with an appointment through the City Clerk’s office (310)318-0203.

Mail the information with the attachments to:
TAP Service Center
PO Box 811310
Los Angeles, CA 90081
For questions regarding issuance of the ID contact:
(213)680-0054

When purchasing the monthly pass, proof of current Hermosa Beach residency is required (e.g. utility bill, bank statement, or credit card statement less than 30 days old). Parents and guardians of students may provide proof of residency.

Bus passes are purchased from the 25th of the prior month to the 10th of the month in which the pass is valid. Pricing is $5.60 for seniors/disabled, high school is $10.60 and college/vocational is $15.80.

For further information contact the Finance Cashier office at (310) 318-0217 or (310) 318-0251.