This supergrant application combines FTA section 5307 urbanized area formula funds and section 5339 bus and bus facilities funds to support the citys public transit system through capital…

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded the City of Greensboro $9.275 million on February 5, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507), combining Section 5307 Urbanized Area Formula Funds and Section 5339 Bus and Bus Facilities Funds.

The award funds preventive maintenance for Greensboro's transit fleet, sustenance of daily bus operations, and continued delivery of fixed-route and paratransit services to current and future transit riders within the city and surrounding areas, including individuals with disabilities, seniors, and transit-dependent populations. Capital investments include purchase and installation of transit infrastructure and technology: fareboxes, on-board camera systems, ticket vending machines, bus shelters, and automatic passenger counters (APCS). The APCS systems will provide real-time passenger data and enable accurate tracking of rider transfers across the Greensboro Transit Agency fleet, enhancing operational efficiency and system security while improving passenger communication and rider experience.

The City of Greensboro's Financial & Administrative Services Division is the recipient. Performance of work occurs in North Carolina with an ultimate completion date of March 30, 2033. No sub-recipients are identified in this award.

Activities

The city of greensboro will use the funds to enhance system functionality security security services passenger communication and rider experience across the transit network.

Expected outcomes

The provision of quality transit service to the citys residents and visitors assurance that the fleets vehicles are kept in optimal operating condition and the provision of amenities.

Intended beneficiaries

Current and future transit riders within the city of greensboro and surrounding areas to include individuals with disabilities seniors and transit-dependent populations.