Improve the rider experience relating to navigating our public transit system via improved bus stop signage equipment and other materials found at but stops shelters and transit hubs

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded the City of Vacaville $1.119 million on August 19, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to improve the rider experience at bus stops, transit shelters, and transit hubs across California.

The award funds removal and replacement of outdated signs, equipment, and materials at existing bus stops and transit facilities. The project aims to maintain or increase ridership by making transit more visible and easier to understand, align signage with upcoming finalized regional guidelines, and increase transit accessibility for riders traveling to school, work, medical appointments, and other destinations.

The performance period extends through June 30, 2029, with work performed in California. No sub-recipients are involved in this award.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to improve the rider experience relating to navigating our public transit system via improved bus stop signage equipment and other materials found at but stops shelters and transit hubs.

Activities

Remove and replace outdated signs equipment and other materials to improve existing bus stops and transit hubs.

Expected outcomes

Maintain/increase ridership by making transit more visible and easier to understand-align with upcoming finalized regional signage guidelines-increase accessibility of transit

Intended beneficiaries

Intended beneficiaries are the city of vacaville and the riders who utilize the public transit system to get to school work doctors appointments etc.