OCTA has allocated up to $42.4 million to support transit programs throughout the county, providing communities with the transit service that best meets their local needs. Projects include community shuttles and seasonal trolleys.
In the last fiscal year, more than 712,000 boardings were recorded on these shuttles and community transit services. Overall, there have been more than 4.6 million boardings, helping move people on public transit while reducing roadway congestion.
These services work alongside regional bus and rail service and help fill gaps in some areas.
“Our primary mission at OCTA is to keep Orange County moving, and this is another great example of working with cities to best meet their needs and help make public transit an attractive option for people to get where they need to be,” said OCTA Chair Tam T. Nguyen. “With this effort, we are enhancing accessibility and improving connectivity throughout Orange County.”
The OCTA funding, provided through the voter-approved Measure M half-cent sales tax for transportation, helps cities and the county move residents and visitors safely and efficiently with popular and flexible programs.
Cities and the County of Orange applied for funding on a competitive basis and each has committed to providing at least 10% in matching funds. OCTA recommended funding the continuation of 11 existing community-circulator services, the expansion of four services, and the implementation of eight new services.