El Dorado Transit Authority approves $800K increase as budget finalized for 2025-26

The Placerville City Council meeting on May 13, 2025, focused on updates from local transit authorities and budget approvals for the upcoming fiscal year.

During the meeting, representatives reported on the El Dorado County Transit Authority, which approved an $800,000 increase to its Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This decision highlights the rising costs associated with public transportation, particularly the expense of purchasing new buses.

Additionally, the El Dorado County Transportation Commission presented the finalized overall work program and budget for fiscal year 2025-2026. This comprehensive document outlines the agency's planned activities, including specific targets, deliverables, and funding sources.

These discussions reflect ongoing efforts to enhance public transportation infrastructure and ensure effective budget management within the county. The council's decisions are expected to impact local transit services and community mobility in the coming years.