Continue to provide vanpool service to commuters traveling long distances and in areas with little or no fixed route service

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded Denton County Transportation Authority (operating as DCTA) $2.577 million on June 26, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to continue vanpool subsidy services for commuters traveling long distances and in areas with little or no fixed-route service in Texas.

The award funds DCTA's vanpool subsidy program, which provides an economical transportation option for riders while reducing road congestion and environmental impact through a flexible service model tailored to commuter needs. The vanpool program serves the Denton-Lewisville urbanized area, with commuters as the intended beneficiaries.

The period of performance runs through December 31, 2027. No subrecipient activities are associated with this award; DCTA obligates all funds to its own operations.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to continue to provide vanpool service to commuters traveling long distances and in areas with little or no fixed route service.

Activities

This award will fund dctas vanpool subsidy.

Expected outcomes

Vanpool programs provide an economical transportation option for both the agency and the riders helps preserve the environment with less road congestion and offers a more flexible service to the commuter based on their needs.

Intended beneficiaries

This award is intended to benefit commuters traveling long distances and in areas with little or no fixed route service.