This grant will offset operating costs for maintenance ADA service and fixed route

The South Bend Public Transportation Corporation (Transpo) will utilize a $4,759,610 Project Grant award from the Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration under the Federal Transit Formula Grants (CFDA 20.507) program to support operating costs and capital projects for its fixed route bus and ADA paratransit services through March 2027. Funding will offset expenses for vehicle maintenance, operations, and upgrades to safety and security systems across Transpo's transit network serving South Bend and Mishawaka, Indiana. Specific activities include software updates, scheduling support, facility repairs, and a study to determine future vehicle purchases. The award also allows Transpo to complete maintenance initiatives started under prior grants. As the designated public transportation provider for the region and direct recipient of FTA formula funds, Transpo will deliver continued accessible and reliable public transit options for residents through this funding.

Activities

This grant will be used to help offset the cost of maintenance operating the fixed route and ADA services. In addition IT will allow transpo to continue upgrading security and take additional safety measures for our staff and riders.

Expected outcomes

This grant will allow transpo to continue to provide safe vehicles provide ADA/fixed route service for the upcoming 2022-2023 year.

Intended beneficiaries

These projects will benefit the transpo riders and employees by providing them a safe and reliable public transportation experience.