To purchase revenue vehicle admin support and facility improvements to maintain our operations

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded Greater New Haven Transit District (GNHTD) $3.625 million through the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) on September 8, 2025, with a completion date of September 30, 2028. The award funds three primary categories of transit infrastructure and operational improvements: vehicle replacement ($2.8 million), facility improvements ($60,000), and administrative support ($40,000). The vehicle replacement component addresses GNHTD's fleet modernization needs by replacing revenue vehicles that have exceeded their five-year useful life, while facility improvements target upgrades at the agency's primary location in Hamden, Connecticut (840 Sherman Avenue). Additionally, the award supports replacement of outdated transit software systems to meet current security requirements.

These investments directly support GNHTD's mission to provide reliable public transportation services to service users and enhance operational safety for employees across the South Central Connecticut region. As a local government transit authority serving ADA-eligible customers and the broader community, GNHTD has consistently utilized Federal Transit Formula Grants funding for operating assistance, vehicle procurement, and infrastructure maintenance. The current award demonstrates continued federal investment in maintaining transit assets in a state of good repair while ensuring service reliability for vulnerable populations in the New Haven urbanized area.

Activities

Admin support $40000 facility improvements $60000 and vehicle replacement $ 2800000

Expected outcomes

Replace revenue vehicles which are older than 5 year and have reached there useful life. Improve the facility at 840 sherman avenue and replace our outdated transit software which will satisfy the security requirement for this grant.

Intended beneficiaries

Clients of service UZA and promoting a safe location for our employees

Subrecipient activities

Non noted