Provide operating assistance to assist in the transit operations and to improve bus stop accessibility to include sidewalks and curb cuts for the residents of ST

ST. Bernard Parish Government was awarded $403,713.00 in Federal Transit Formula Grant funding (CFDA 20.507) by the Federal Transit Administration, effective September 2, 2025, through April 30, 2027. The award provides operating assistance to St. Bernard Parish Transit (SBURT) to maintain and expand public transportation services for parish residents. Specifically, funds support eligible operating expenses including driver salaries and fuel costs, as well as civil construction work for accessibility improvements at new and existing bus stops, including sidewalk modifications and curb cuts.

Through this award, SBURT will continue delivering shared-ride public transportation services to the general public while simultaneously enhancing Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility. The funding enables the transit agency to maintain service continuity for riders commuting to employment and other essential destinations, while the infrastructure improvements ensure equitable access to transportation for all residents, including persons with disabilities. No subrecipient activities were identified under this award.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to provide operating assistance to assist in the transit operations and to improve bus stop accessibility to include sidewalks and curb cuts for the residents of ST. Bernard parish from the date of award to 4/30/2027.

Activities

Funds will be used to cover all eligible operating expenses such as driver salaries and fuel and civil construction work related to modifications and improvements at new and existing jefferson parish.

Expected outcomes

Funding will permit ST. Bernard transit (SBURT) to continue to provide operations improve bus stop accessibility.

Intended beneficiaries

ST. Bernard parish/transit and the riders that rely on its service will benefit from continued services permitting riders to get to work and other destinations.