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Staff

Every day, the staff at YDART strives to make a difference in the lives of the people of Lake County. 

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Howard Perry

Executive Director

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Jessica Helzer

Administrative Clerk

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Terry Tjapkes

Custodian

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Dave Gunneman

Bookkeeper

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Troy Forest

Head Mechanic

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Margaret Williams

Operations Manager

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Mark Ritsema

Mechanic

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Shandy Warner

Dispatcher

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Bob Runyan

Driver

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Shelly Broersma

Driver

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Mary Ann Pieske

Driver

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Brandon Ackerberg

Driver

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Rico Powell

Driver

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Josh Bova

Trainer/Driver

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Josh Warner

Driver

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David Holman

Driver

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Daniel Trombley

Driver

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Perry Pieske

Driver

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Amanda Preston

Driver

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Jim Mayes

Driver

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Kate Korson

Driver

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Natalie Patt

Driver

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Jamie Ghent

Driver

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Bryce Genter

Driver

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We look forward to serving you!
 

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1987 E. US 10, Idlewild, MI 49642

Call Us!
(231) 745-7311
hperry@yatesdialaride.com

Service Hours

Monday-Friday    6:30 am-8:00 pm

Saturday            9:00 am-4:00 pm

Sunday              Pre-booked 9:00 am-1:00 pm

                        (Limited to: Webber, Pleasant Plains, and Yates Townships)

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Request your ride at least one (1) hour in advance if possible (a 24-hour notice is appreciated).

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