Seniors who need transportation in Westport can contact the Transit District.
There are 2 great, and important, services.
But, says Lynn Flint, it’s not enough.
A senior herself, she says there are obstacles. For example, one of the services is limited to Westport.
The second requires pre-booking and a prepaid account, a difficulty for some people. (Uber is tough for some seniors too, she notes.)
Lynn had an idea: purchase a full-size luxury sedan, which people could call — like a taxi, but nicer.
Not one to sit around waiting, Lynn bought one herself: a 2003 black Mercedes S500 VS.
She took it to Smitty’s Gulf Service Center in Norwalk. They checked it out. changed the oil, and installed a new battery.
Lynn Flint’s Mercedes
Lynn called Westport Town Hall, and said she had a car. All she needed was a driver.
But that’s not the way things work in local government. She was told the town could not be responsible for transporting seniors, due to liability.
Now, she’s stuck with a Mercedes. She’s lookin for someone who would like to go into the business of driving people around.
“It’s low to the ground,” she says. “There are no steps. It’s comfortable and sturdy.
“It has a big back seat and floor for walkers and other equipment, and a large trunk for shopping trip. It’s a heavy car, so it would be fine in bad weather. And it’s quite dignified.
“It’s ready to go for anyone who wants to start taking people around.”
The best way to contact Lynn is by cell: 203-226-3849. If she doesn’t answer, text her or send an email: flintlynn711@gmail.com.