Dump the Pump is a nationwide event encouraging citizens to use public transportation.
"What we're looking to do is try and encourage citizens in Southeast Florida driving cars to switch from their single occupancy vehicles to either the bus, train or even bicycles or walk to work," said Greg Stuart, Executive Director of the Broward Metropolitan Planning Organization.
The event started in June 2006, when gas prices were $3 per gallon, similar to current prices we're seeing at the pump. This national day highlights public transportation as a convenient travel option to save money.
Thursday, June 21st is the 2018 Dump the Pump Day.