“Last year, I began to have M.O.R.E. Cases that were due to get out of prison
without their drivers licenses because they didn’t have access to a vehicle to
take the driving portion of the test. Not having a license puts people at a great
disadvantage when they get out. Some had jobs they wanted to keep after
leaving the Transitional Center, but couldn’t because they would not have
transportation.
I decided to speak with some of the used car lots in the area to see if they would
be willing to help. My first stop was Frometa Used Cars in Valdosta, where I spoke
with owner Agner Formeta about the M.O.R.E. program and the enormous impact
one donated vehicle could make. Mr. Frometa said he was always willing to help
others in need and if it would help even one person be successful he would be glad
to donate a vehicle.
Mr. Frometa graciously donated a 2007 Dodge Caliber, which can now be used for
driving tests by the 150 residents of the Valdosta Transition Center.
This is the true power of a community working together.”
-DCS Community Supervision Officer Michael Stalvey
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