The funds will be used to purchase three urban cutaway vehicles to expand concho valley transits fleet

This federal Formula Grant award of $707,303 provided by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526), will be used by the Concho Valley Transit District (CVTD) to purchase three urban cutaway vehicles to expand their fleet. The new vehicles will support CVTD's urban demand response/ADA paratransit programs, enhancing service reliability and operational capacity within the city of San Angelo, Texas. This investment aims to address current and future transit demands in the urban area, ultimately improving overall transit operations and service quality for the residents relying on CVTD's transit services. The award is effective from March 18, 2025, with an expected completion date of January 31, 2027.

Activities

Purchase of 3 cut-aways to expand cvtds vehicle fleet to allow for program expansion and larger service capacity.

Expected outcomes

Acquiring expansion vehicles in SAN angelo TX is expected to improve transit operations significantly. The new vehicles designed for ADA paratransit services aim to address the need for more service capacity. This investment is anticipated to enhance service reliability reduce downtime during repairs and ultimately contribute to more efficient and seamless transit operations in the city.

Intended beneficiaries

The residents relying on transit services are the primary beneficiaries of the expansion vehicle purchase in SAN angelo TX. The new vehicles tailored for ADA para-transit services aim to enhance overall transit quality by ensuring reliability and reducing downtime.