After years of dedicated service to Tri-Valley Transportation Programs, two longtime drivers are being recognized for the incredible milestones they achieved before recently retiring. Their commitment, reliability, and care for the communities they served left a lasting impact on thousands of riders throughout the region. Over the course of 23 years with Tri-Valley, Daryl Thompson drove more than 70,000 miles and safely provided over 20,000 rides to passengers. Daryl became a familiar and dependable face to many riders on the special trips he took. Bruce Kildal also leaves behind an impressive legacy after 11 years with Tri-Valley. During his time as a driver, Bruce drove more than 130,000 miles and provided over 50,000 rides to riders as a driver in Crookston. Their dedication and willingness to go the extra mile helped ensure riders could stay connected to essential services and their communities. Both Daryl and Bruce played an important role in Tri-Valley’s mission of providing safe and reliable transportation. Their years behind the wheel represent countless hours of service, meaningful interactions with riders, and a true dedication to public transportation. Tri-Valley thanks both Daryl Thompson and Bruce Kildal for their years of service and wishes them the very best in their retirement!
