Funding will allow pdrta to replace some our aging fleet and reduce operating and preventative maintenance costs in the urbanized area

This $1,171,544 Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) will allow the Pee Dee Regional Transportation Authority (PDRTA) to replace aging vehicles in its public transit fleet. The funding will enable PDRTA to operate its fixed-route, demand response, commuter, and ADA complementary paratransit services more efficiently, reducing operating and preventative maintenance costs. The grant will also support the acquisition of assets to expand transit services, benefiting citizens, including seniors, veterans, commuters, and students, as well as local industries, medical facilities, and educational institutions. This award, with an ultimate completion date of March 30, 2032, aligns with the FTA's focus on modernizing public transportation infrastructure and transitioning to more sustainable vehicle technologies.

Activities

Funding will allow pdrta to more efficiently operate fixed route and demand response services.

Expected outcomes

Replacing some of our aging fleet will reduce operational and preventative maintenance expenses improve on-time performance improve safety functions and mobility options in the urbanized area.

Intended beneficiaries

These additional assets will benefit the citizens including seniors veterans commuters students and many more individuals looking for essential services. Additional beneficiaries are industries medical facilities educational institutions retail among many others.

Subrecipient activities

Fixed route demand response commuter and ADA complementary paratransit services.