Operating assistance for continuation of the kiowa tribe fastrans

The Federal Transit Administration awarded the Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma $435,227 on July 20, 2026, under the Formula Grants for Rural Areas and Tribal Transit Program (CFDA 20.509) to support operating expenses for the Kiowa Tribal Transit (FASTRANS) system. Funds cover driver salaries, fuel, and preventive maintenance to sustain and expand transit operations serving southwestern Oklahoma. The award runs through June 30, 2028, with place of performance in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. FASTRANS provides transportation services to everyday commuters traveling to and from work, post-high school activities, medical appointments, and personal errands, as well as seniors and individuals with disabilities within the tribe's seven-county service area. No sub-recipients are identified for this award.

Activities

Requested funds will be used for operating expenses such as driver salaries fuel and preventive maintenance in order to continue our growing transit operations.

Expected outcomes

Funding will assist the kiowa transit to continue its transportation services to the public in our service area of southwestern oklahoma.

Intended beneficiaries

Everyday riders going to and from work post-high school activities medical appointments and everyday passenger personal appointments and activities seniors and individuals with disabilities.