FY27 Q2 Transit Tax District Amendments
Summary
A package of budget amendments covering the NC 54 bus lane study, Route 800 service improvements, low-income fare assistance, marketing, and staff support. They now go out for public comment before heading to the county commissioners, possibly on November 17.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 21, 2026.
Impact analysis
Combined items add tens of thousands to FY27 spending, though Route 800 changes are cost-neutral.
Transit riders, especially Route 800 riders and low-income passengers, plus anyone who wants better bus lanes and outreach.
Transit agencies and planned route expansions awaiting funding adjustments.
Mentions & discussions (4)
OCPT Staff Working Group - Oct 21, 2026
The working group was scheduled to review quarterly budget transfers, transit studies, and service adjustments across partner jurisdictions.
OCPT Staff Working Group - Sep 16, 2026
A package of budget amendments covering the NC 54 bus lane study, Route 800 service improvements, low-income fare assistance, marketing, and staff support. They now go out for public comment before heading to the county commissioners, possibly on November 17.
OCPT Staff Working Group - Aug 19, 2026
GoTriangle now directly runs Route 420 and is building new bus stops for Route 800; Chapel Hill's BRT is 90% designed with property acquired for the first two segments; Hillsborough's Churton Street will become four lanes with signalized intersections (no roundabouts); and Carrboro's Morgan Creek Greenway should finish by year's end.
Board of County Commissioners (Business) - Feb 17, 2026
The board rejected Q2 transit work program amendments to protect funds amidst projected budget shortfalls for transit projects.
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