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 $482,500 on July 8, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to construct an electric bus charging facility with gantry structure and integrated solar charging system at the agency's maintenance facility in California.

The recipient will use FTA funds to cover capital costs for site preparation, trenching, construction, paving, lighting, equipment installation, and a photovoltaic panel canopy. The charging facility will support up to 16 fixed-route buses and 10 smaller on-demand and paratransit vehicles, centralizing charging infrastructure to reduce downtime, streamline vehicle management, and lower fuel and maintenance costs over time. The project aims to enhance service reliability and operational efficiency while expanding access to sustainable transportation for Kings County residents.

Period of performance runs through August 31, 2028. The recipient, Kings County Area Public Transit Agency, operates as Kings Area Rural Transit, a local government transit authority serving Kings County. No sub-recipients are listed for this award.

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 enhance sustainability safety and modernize transit operations by integrating renewable energy sources and providing the necessary infrastructure.

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 sustainable 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