Provide funding to redwood coast transit authority to purchase two (2) vehicles replacements for use in rural transit service in california

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded $370,000.00 to the State of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) on August 28, 2025, under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526). The funding supports the purchase of two replacement transit vehicles for the Redwood Coast Transit Authority, a subrecipient operating rural transit services in California. This capital investment enables the subrecipient to modernize its transit fleet and maintain reliable service for riders in rural areas of the state.

The project has an anticipated completion date of June 30, 2027, and will directly benefit the Redwood Coast Transit Authority and its service users by ensuring access to up-to-date transit vehicles. As a formula and competitive grant program administered by the FTA, the Buses and Bus Facilities program provides capital funding for the replacement, rehabilitation, and purchase of buses and related equipment, supporting transit agencies' efforts to maintain safe and reliable transportation infrastructure across urban and rural regions nationwide.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to provide funding to redwood coast transit authority to purchase two (2) vehicles replacements for use in rural transit service in california.

Activities

Funds will be used to purchase replacement transit vehicles.

Expected outcomes

Funding will allow subrecipient to keep transit fleets up-to-date.

Intended beneficiaries

Subrecipient and its riders that rely on transit service within rural areas of california are the intended beneficiaries.

Subrecipient activities

One subrecipient is listed below will conduct purchase activities necessary to replace transit vehicles: redwood coast transit authority.