Summary
The city is adding an ADA-accessible van funded by a $107,360 ITD grant and locking in the FY2027 Downtowner/Via contract at $1.76 million — demand for the on-demand ride service keeps outpacing expectations.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
$107,360 in grant funds plus a $1,759,203 FY2027 contract for the city's ride service.
Riders, especially seniors and residents with disabilities who need accessible vans.
Privacy-minded residents who oppose license plate surveillance may feel sidelined by the decision.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Sep 28, 2026
The city is adding an ADA-accessible van funded by a $107,360 ITD grant and locking in the FY2027 Downtowner/Via contract at $1.76 million — demand for the on-demand ride service keeps outpacing expectations.
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City Council - Jul 20, 2026
Staff argued that updating the city's ADA transition plan is the smart way to find and fix missing curb ramps and inaccessible buildings — and it boosts the city's odds on federal grants.
City Council - Jun 29, 2026
A two-year deal with Rinard Media to sell ads and wrap the transit vans, sending revenue back to the city to shrink its local share of Ride TFT costs.
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