A public commenter and several commissioners criticized Palm Tran's cost and service model and urged a detailed operational analysis, including potential stop and cutout redesigns, sub-object budgets from the sheriff, and options to make transit more efficient without eliminating service.

The Utah Transit Authority announced a new on‑demand mobility zone linking parts of northern Utah County to regional rail and bus services; officials said the service will reduce cars on roads and provide rides for people without other options.

TPO staff presented proposed amendments to the Program Management Plan (PMP) that would change scoring for FTA Section 5307 (JARC) and 5310 grants, including passenger eligibility verification and financial-benefit questions; available funding this cycle is $55,000 for JARC and $619,902 for Section 5310, with applications due July 31.

Andrea Riley, the city’s community engagement manager, presented a Transit Access Funding Plan to pair community input with ridership and operational data; staff will run a survey and three ward meetings this summer and analyze results this fall before winter decision-making.

Commissioners discussed an idea for private on‑demand water taxis to supplement the city's water taxi. Transportation staff identified public docking candidates (Maurice Gibb Memorial Park floating dock, Miami Beach Marina subject to Suntex) and flagged code and concession issues. Committee asked staff to explore locations including North Beach and return in September with a feasibility memo.

After extensive public comment from seniors, students and drivers urging retention, the Village of Biscayne Park commission approved a one-year on-demand rideshare agreement with Freeb (Freebie). Commissioners debated funding from CITT transit allocations, a $60,000 FDOT grant and general-fund coverage before the measure passed.

Councilors and residents urged saving MMT Route 1 while weighing how to pay for it: Two Rivers’ share for 2026 is roughly $156,000, staff said, and council discussed raising fares, scheduling changes and seeking institutional partners rather than voting on funding tonight.

Council approved submission of Rural 5311 (operating) and 5339 (capital) grant applications to support regional transit operations and the purchase of four buses; staff said no city funds are used for the rural program, and local match requirements were stated.

Via Lorain County's program returns to full capacity following successful recall management.

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Torrance Transit marks 85 years with enhanced services and ribbon-cutting for Connect Torrance.

The Transportation Authority approved a six-month fare-free pilot on the Downtown Connector and voted to temporarily reduce frequency on Routes 12, 15, 17, 20 and 42 to provide predictable service during a driver shortage; staff will return next month with a prioritized plan to restore routes as staffing improves.

The Homewood City Council authorized staff to develop a proposed microtransit agreement with the BJCTA and Community Foundation of Greater Birmingham, approving a plan to return a proposal in June and aim for a July pilot start; the motion passed 5–0 (Resolution 26‑40).