To provide funding for capital purchases which are critical to the success of providing transit service

This $4,793,057 Formula Grant awarded on March 10, 2025 by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) will provide funding for Old Dominion Transit Management Co, doing business as GRTC Transit Systems, to purchase replacement paratransit vehicles. The expected outcomes are to continue providing clean, safe, and reliable transportation services and improve mobility and access throughout central Virginia, with the intended beneficiaries being residents of the Richmond, VA area and parts of Chesterfield and Henrico counties. The grant will support GRTC Transit Systems' efforts to modernize its public transportation fleet and infrastructure, contributing to the FTA's goals of enhancing transit system reliability, accessibility, and environmental sustainability.

Activities

Purchase of replacement paratransit vehicles

Expected outcomes

Continue to provide clean safe and reliable transportation and to improve mobility and access throughout central virginia

Intended beneficiaries

Provide transportation services to the richmond VA area and parts of chesterfield and henrico county residents