Purchase and install a cashless fare application (APP) software to broaden ticket purchases on the transit system. Project administration of the grant

Putnam County received a $100,000 formula grant award from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526), awarded on September 2, 2025. The grant funds the purchase and installation of cashless fare application (app) software for the county's public transit system, with project completion targeted for December 31, 2027. This technology solution enables transit riders to purchase fares and passes remotely via a mobile application, eliminating the need to visit transit facilities in person and reducing cash handling burdens on transit vehicles and staff.

The cashless fare system is designed to enhance operational efficiency and customer convenience by streamlining ticket purchasing and enabling multiple payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, and direct deposit accounts. The intended beneficiaries are Putnam County's transit riding public served through the Putnam Area Rapid Transit (PART) system. No subrecipient activities were identified for this award.

Activities

Cashless fare system to streamline and ease the burden of cash handling on vehicles and project administration.

Expected outcomes

Putnam county hopes to streamline and improve ticket buying and cash handling for the transit riding public on the public transit system. Purchasing rides through an application will eliminate the need to come to the transit facility to buy passes and allows transit riders the convenience of purchasing rides wherever and whenever the need arises. The cashless application will also allow for usage of credit/debit cards and/or direct deposits to an account.

Intended beneficiaries

Putnam county NY transit riding public.