To replace the aging fleet and to maintain and improve facilities equipment and IT infrastructure

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded ST Cloud Metro Transit Commission a formula grant in the amount of $319,100.00, effective August 19, 2025, under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526). The funding supports the replacement of aging transit fleet assets and the maintenance and improvement of facilities, equipment, and information technology infrastructure serving the St. Cloud metropolitan area in Minnesota. Specific activities include procurement of buses, fleet maintenance and improvement initiatives, equipment purchases to support ongoing fleet and facility operations, and replacement and enhancement of IT infrastructure systems.

The grant is designed to ensure the transit system continues to meet customer service demands while maintaining compliance with safety and emissions standards, with benefits extended to both customers and employees of the organization. The project is scheduled for completion by March 30, 2028. No subrecipient activities have been identified under this award. As a formula grant under CFDA 20.526, this funding reflects the FTA's ongoing commitment to supporting capital improvements in transit infrastructure and fleet modernization across designated recipients and transit authorities nationwide.

Activities

Procurement of buses maintaining and improving our current fleet and facilities purchasing equipment needed to maintain our fleet and facilities and replacing and improving our IT infrastructure.

Expected outcomes

Ensure our fleet continues to meet the needs of our customers while maintaining safety and emissions standards. Maintain our facilities and improve our operations safety security and efficiency.

Intended beneficiaries

Customers and employees.