This is a FFY25-26 section 5307 operations and preventive maintenance grant application to provide transit services within the city of kingsport

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded the City of Kingsport $1.9832 million on January 16, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to fund operations and preventive maintenance of the Kingsport Area Transit System through March 30, 2032.

The funding supports operation of fixed-route bus service and accessible paratransit service within Kingsport, Tennessee. Preventive maintenance activities funded under this award include vehicle servicing such as oil changes, alignment, tire replacement, brake fluid, and washing for KATS service vehicles. The recipient is the City of Kingsport, a local government entity. No sub-recipients are identified for this award. The assistance type is a formula grant, with funds drawn from the Section 5307 annual allocation for the Kingsport urbanized area.

Activities

Annual operations application request for funding of section 5307 operating assistance. The funding will provide assistance for operation of fixed route bus service and accessible paratransit service.funds for preventive maintenance of kats service vehicles. Funds will come from allocation of section 5307 funds. Examples of maintenance expenses include gas oil changes alignment tire replacement brake fluid car washed and other similar items.

Expected outcomes

Public transportation is a crucial part of the solution to kingsports economic energy and environmental challenges-helping to bring a better quality of life. In increasing numbers people are using public transportation. Every segment of kingsports society-individuals families neighborhoods and businesses benefits from public transportation. Public transportation is a safe and affordable way to commute that saves energy reduces traffic congestion and helps the environment. IT has many benefits for individuals and our community.

Intended beneficiaries

Public transit service is provided to kingsport citizens and visitors.