SALEM, OR – (June 29, 2026) — Cherriots has announced the results of its “Wrapped in Community” survey, with community members selecting the themes that will inspire the District’s next series of bus wraps.
Over a two-week period, community members were invited to vote on five proposed themes. Over 500 community members submitted responses. The results determine which themes will be featured on two to three new bus wraps, reflecting the voices and priorities of the community.
The top-selected themes are listed below in descending order based on the number of votes received:
- Native American Heritage
- Women’s History
- Oregon Statehood Celebration
These themes will now move into the design and production phase, with the first community-selected wraps expected to roll out in fall 2026.
“Thank you to everyone who participated in the survey,” said Maria Hinojos Pressey, Cherriots Board President. “We’re excited to bring these selected themes to life and continue celebrating the people and experiences that make our region unique.”
Cherriots will share updates on the design process and rollout timeline in the coming months. More information about the Wrapped in Community initiative is available at Cherriots.org/wrapped.
About Cherriots
Established in 1979, Salem Area Mass Transit District (SAMTD) is a special District covering 78 square miles in the Mid-Willamette Valley between Portland and Eugene. Locally known as Cherriots, the District provides vital service to more than 450,000 residents in Marion and Polk counties. SAMTD maintains a total of 124 transit vehicles across its various services and provides approximately 3.3 million passenger trips annually.
For more information, visit www.cherriots.org.
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