Support the construction of an electric bus charging facility gantry structure related infrastructure improvements installation of equipment and solar charging system

The Federal Transit Administration awarded Kings County Area Public Transit Agency $969,105 on April 14, 2026, under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) to construct an electric bus charging facility with integrated renewable energy infrastructure.

Funded activities include site preparation, trenching, construction, paving, lighting, installation of charging equipment, and deployment of a photovoltaic panel canopy at the agency's maintenance facility in California. The facility will support charging for up to 16 fixed-route buses and 10 smaller on-demand and paratransit vehicles, centralizing charging infrastructure to improve fleet readiness, reduce downtime, and streamline vehicle management. The project aims to lower fuel and maintenance costs over time while expanding transit access for Kings County residents.

Kings County Area Public Transit Agency, doing business as Kings Area Rural Transit, operates fixed-route bus service and paratransit in Kings County with a fleet of 24 CNG buses serving multiple cities. The agency has received prior FTA funding for infrastructure projects including a multi-modal transit center and park-and-ride lot development.

The grant obligates $969,105 with a period of performance through August 31, 2028. No sub-recipients are named. The formula grant assistance type provides capital funding to transit agencies through a statutory formula for bus and facility projects, including low or no emissions initiatives.

Purpose

The purpose of this grant is to support the construction of an electric bus charging facility gantry structure related infrastructure improvements installation of equipment and solar charging system. This project aims to modernize transit operations by integrating renewable energy sources and providing the necessary infrastructure to support a kcaptas bus fleet

Activities

The FTA grant funds will be used to cover all eligible capital costs associated with the construction of kcaptas electric bus charging facility and gantry structure such as site preparation trenching construction paving lighting and installation of equipment and photovoltaic panel canopy

Expected outcomes

Bus charging capacity: support up to 16 fixed-route buses and 10 smaller on-demand and paratransit vehicles ensuring reliable daily operations for electric fleets.enhanced service reliability: improve fleet readiness with on-site charging reducing downtime and ensuring consistent service delivery across fixed routes and on-demand/paratransit services.operational efficiency: centralize charging infrastructure at the maintenance facility streamlining vehicle management and optimizing operational workflows.cost savings: lower fuel and maintenance costs over time reallocating savings to improve transit services and community engagement.community benefits: expand access to transportation options enhancing mobility for residents relying on public transit for daily needs.

Intended beneficiaries

This project will benefit local area and all residents of kings county