Support and enhance public transportation services within the city of lubbock by utilizing federal transit administration (FTA) section 5307 urbanized area formula program funds

The Federal Transit Administration awarded the City of Lubbock $6.865 million under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) on August 21, 2026, for preventive maintenance on revenue and non-revenue vehicles, operating assistance for fixed-route and demand-response transit services, capital acquisition of support equipment including bus shelters, and planning activities supporting system evaluation and long-range transit development. The City will deploy funds to maintain a safe, reliable, and efficient public transit network serving Lubbock residents, commuters, and visitors while ensuring compliance with federal safety and accessibility standards. Performance occurs in Texas through December 31, 2031. The award obligates $6.865 million in Section 5307 urbanized area formula funds to support continued operations and improvements to the City's transit system, strengthening regional mobility, economic development, environmental sustainability, and equitable access to transportation.

Purpose

The purpose of this project is to support and enhance public transportation services within the city of lubbock by utilizing federal transit administration (FTA) section 5307 urbanized area formula program funds. These funds will be used to maintain a safe reliable and efficient transit system that meets the mobility needs of residents commuters and visitors. The project includes eligible activities necessary to sustain and improve the transit network. Specifically section 5307 funds will be applied toward:preventive maintenance on all revenue and non-revenue vehicles to ensure the continued safety performance and longevity of our transit fleet and related equipment.operating assistance to support fixed route and demand response services that provide essential mobility throughout the service area.capital funds to be used to acquire miscellaneous support equipment such as bus shelters.planning activities that support system evaluation service design and long range transit development. These investments will help maintain service reliability reduce vehicle downtime improve passenger experience and ensure compliance with federal safety and accessibility standards. The project supports regional goals for mobility economic development environmental sustainability and equitable access to transportation.use of section 5307 funds will allow citibus to continue providing critical transportation options that connect people to employment education healthcare and community services while strengthening the overall efficiency and resilience of the public transportation network.

Activities

The activities to be performed under this project will support the continued operation maintenance and improvement of public transportation services within the city of lubbock. Using section 5307 urbanized area formula program funds citibus will carry out the following eligible activities: preventive maintenance on all revenue/non-revenue vehicles general/comprehensive planning non-fixed route complementary ADA paratransit service general operating expenses and capital to acquire miscellaneous support equipment and transit enhancements.

Expected outcomes

The project will result in enhanced service quality improved safety and strengthened security for all passengers. Upgraded fare collection equipment will streamline the boarding process and improve revenue accuracy contributing to more efficient system operations. In addition the implementation of improved security measures including modern surveillance systems better lighting and enhanced monitoring capabilities will create a safer environment across both vehicles and facilities. Collectively these improvements will increase rider confidence support higher customer satisfaction and reinforce our commitment to providing safe dependable and accessible transportation for the entire community.

Intended beneficiaries

The primary beneficiaries of this project are the residents commuters and visitors of the city of lubbock who rely on public transportation for daily mobility. This includes individuals traveling to work school medical appointments shopping and other community services as well as those who depend on transit as their primary mode of transportation. Improvements supported by section 5307 funding will enhance the travel experience for all riders including seniors individuals with disabilities low income households and others who face transportation barriers. In addition visitors and regional travelers will benefit from a more reliable accessible and efficient transit system that supports economic activity and strengthens connectivity throughout the community. By investing in vehicle maintenance and system upkeep upgraded technology and improved safety measures this project will provide broad and equitable benefits to the entire lubbock area.