EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) - You can try Eau Claire Transit for free during Earth Week, April 22-27.

Funds have been donated to the city of Eau Claire from the Amalgamated Transit Union 1310, Jonah-Environmental Task Force, and Chippewa Valley Transit Alliance.

There will be three gatherings at the temporary transit center at noon with speakers throughout the week to speak to the importance of environmental awareness and how public transportation plays a big role.

April 22-State Representative Jodi Emerson and State Senator Jeff Smith

April 23-City officials Lane Berg and Ty Fadness

April 26-City Council President Emily Berge and City Manager Stephanie Hirsch

All sessions are at noon.

There is also an Earth Week Open House on Thursday, April 25 from 4-8 p.m. at The Brewing Projekt with vendors related to sustainability.

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