Operating assistance/PM/security for the remainder of FY 26 and into FY 27 purchase of non-revenue vehicles

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded Lymo Waccamaw Regional Transit Authority (operating as The Coast RTA) $5,668,289 on July 31, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to fund operating assistance, preventive maintenance, and the acquisition of non-revenue vehicles through March 30, 2033.

The award supports operating and preventive maintenance activities to complete fiscal year 2026 and extend into fiscal year 2027, acquisition of replacement administrative vehicles, and acquisition of expansion shop vehicles. These activities enhance system safety, security, and accessibility while improving system management and employee mobility. The recipient serves Horry and Georgetown counties in South Carolina's Grand Strand region through fixed-route bus operations, paratransit services, and vanpool offerings. Place of performance is South Carolina. The award obligates $5,668,289 with no sub-recipients identified.

Activities

Operating and preventive maintenance to complete FY 26 and into FY 27ACQUISITION of replacement admin vehiclesacquisition of expansion shop vehicle

Expected outcomes

In addition to maintaining operations and preventive maintenance these projects will enhance system safety security and accessibility and improve system management.

Intended beneficiaries

Continues access and support for regional travel movements. Enhances employee mobility by upgrading