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Description

This route restructuring study will examine the entire Ride On transit system's route network, looking at changes to the County population, demographics, employment centers, and residential networks to determine enhanced optimization of current and proposed transit services and provide recommended changes for a more equitable, efficient, effective, and environmentally sustainable service delivery of transit services to meet the evolving needs of the community. A variety of route features and models will be examined including route structure, connectivity, route span and frequency of service, plus the introduction of electric buses to the fleet.

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Justification

Transit is facing a period of industry disruption that requires thoughtful study and a strategic response. Bus ridership has declined nationally, and Ride On has experienced similar challenges. The current route structure has grown over the past four decades and will benefit from a comprehensive reevaluation to maximize service delivery. This study aims to develop a plan for service provision that includes evaluation and recommendations for route structures, service levels, and vehicle fleets to meet anticipated transportation needs. In order to provide the best possible service, it is critical that the Montgomery County Department of Transportation develop a plan to address emerging priorities, such as equity of service provision; population aging trends; and shifting residential growth, employment, and commuter patterns. Future planning must also consider opportunities and challenges associated with technological advancements, such as matching routes with electric vehicle capabilities and infrastructure, automated vehicles, and costs and benefits of emerging safety technologies.

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Fiscal Note

$750,000 in Current Revenue savings will be funded in the operating budget instead,
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Coordination

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, Maryland Transit Administration
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Project Details
Project NumberP502107
Date Last Modified11/03/22
Administering AgencyTransportation
CategoryTransportation
SubCategoryMass Transit (MCG)
Planning AreaCountywide
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EXPENDITURES (000s)
Cost ElementsTotalThru FY22Rem FY22Total 6 YearsFY 23FY 24FY 25FY 26FY 27FY 28Beyond 6 Years
Planning, Design and Supervision00000000000
Land00000000000
Site Improvements and Utilities00000000000
Construction00000000000
Other00000000000
Total Expenditures00000000000
FUNDING (000s)
Funding SourceTotalThru FY22Rem FY22Total 6 YearsFY 23FY 24FY 25FY 26FY 27FY 28Beyond 6 Years
Current Revenue: Mass Transit00000000000
Total Funding Sources00000000000
APPROPRIATION AND EXPENDITURE DATA ($000s)
Appropriation FY 23 Request0
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Appropriation FY 24 Request0
Last FY's Cost Estimate0
Cumulative Appropriation0
Expenditure / Encumbrances0
Unencumbered Balance0