Hall County directs staff to develop contract with Midland for rural transit service

Sep 8, 2026

After reviewing a Midland proposal, commissioners directed staff to draft a contract for Midland to operate rural Hall County transit; the estimated annual program cost presented was $218,800 with a local match of about $41,650. The board voted to proceed with contract development and a likely public hearing requirement was noted.

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County staff and Transit Manager Bob McFarland summarized a proposal for Midland to operate rural transit for Hall County. The presenter said Midland's bid put the program cost at an estimated $218,800 per year with a local match around $41,650, and that Midland already operates transit in several counties with an 18-vehicle fleet. The proposal would make Midland the subrecipient and potentially transfer vehicle ownership to Midland.

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