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

The Federal Transit Administration awarded St. Bernard Parish Government $458,674 on June 3, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to support transit operations and bus stop accessibility improvements for St. Bernard Parish residents through April 30, 2028.

Funds cover eligible operating expenses including driver salaries and fuel, as well as civil construction work to modify and improve bus stops through sidewalk and curb cut installations at new and existing locations. St. Bernard Parish Government, operating as the Saint Bernard Parish Government Transit Department (SBURT), will use the award to continue deviated fixed-route transit service while enhancing accessibility for transit riders. The award enables SBURT to maintain day-to-day operations and permit riders to reach employment and other destinations throughout the parish. Performance occurs in Louisiana. No sub-recipients are identified in 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 4/30/2028.

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.