This application includes FY2026 section 5307 funds for operating assistance and preventive maintenance for rvtds fixed route system and security at rvtds transfer station

The Federal Transit Administration awarded the Rogue Valley Transportation District $8.88 million on July 24, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to sustain fixed-route transit operations and preventive maintenance of the RVTD fixed-route system and to support security services at RVTD's transfer station in the Rogue Valley. The award draws on FY2026 Section 5307 funds for operating assistance and preventive maintenance.

RVTD, a local government transit authority based in Medford, Oregon, will deploy the funds to maintain reliable public transportation in the region, keep vehicles in good repair, and support ongoing safety of facilities and passengers. The general public and RVTD service users are the intended beneficiaries. Work is performed in Oregon. The period of performance runs from the award date through January 31, 2027. No sub-recipients are involved in this award.

Activities

Rvtd will use the funds to sustain fixed route operations and preventive maintenance as well as security services at rvtds transfer station.

Expected outcomes

The funds in this award will assist in ensuring reliable public transportation in the rogue valley that vehicles are kept in a state of good repair and will support ongoing safety of rvtds facilities and passengers.

Intended beneficiaries

The intended beneficiaries are the general public and the passengers who use rvtds services.