Provide funds for fixed route bus replacement and expansion

This $7,292,064 Formula Grant award from the Federal Transit Administration's (CFDA 20.507) Federal Transit Formula Grants program provides funding to the Lehigh & Northampton Transportation Authority (Lanta) to purchase fixed-route buses and expand its fleet. The grant supports Lanta's efforts to continue providing clean, safe, and reliable transportation services, as well as improve mobility and access throughout Lehigh and Northampton Counties, Pennsylvania. The award has an expected completion date of November 26, 2024. Lanta, a U.S. local government entity and transit authority, will use the funds to maintain and enhance its public transportation operations for the benefit of residents in the Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton urbanized area.

Activities

Purchase of fixed route buses.

Expected outcomes

Continue to provide clean safe and reliable transportation and to improve mobility and access throughout lehigh and northampton counties PA.

Intended beneficiaries

Provides transportation services to lehigh and northampton county residents.