MTS operates in 570 square miles of the urbanized areas of SAN diego county serving approximately 3 million people in SAN diego county

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) $91.0 million under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) on August 7, 2025, to support fleet maintenance and operating costs for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) paratransit services. These funds enable MTS to achieve and maintain a state of good repair across its transit assets while sustaining lowered facility and equipment operating costs. The award supports the continuation of MTS's robust maintenance program, which directly contributes to service reliability and the safe, accessible transportation of residents and visitors across San Diego County.

MTS operates across 570 square miles of urbanized San Diego County and serves approximately 3 million residents, in addition to visitors and nearby Naval Station facilities. The maintenance and fleet operation activities funded through this grant ensure MTS can provide dependable paratransit services throughout both the urbanized areas and rural portions of East County. MTS indicated no intention to sub-award these funds and maintains the grant through October 30, 2025.

Activities

Maintenance of fleet and operating costs to support MTS ADA paratransit service.

Expected outcomes

Maintenance and operation of fleet allows MTS to provide safe and reliable transportation to the communities within the county of SAN diego.

Intended beneficiaries

About 570 square miles of the urbanized areas of SAN diego county as well as the rural parts of east county 3240 total square miles. Serving approximately 3 million people in SAN diego county as well as visitors and neighboring naval station.

Subrecipient activities

MTS does not intend to sub-award funds.