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City outlines July transition to microtransit model; dial‑a‑ride and subsidized passes to continue
Summary
City staff said the public transit system will transition toward a microtransit model with a hoped July 1 overlap start; officials said dial‑a‑ride and subsidized passes (including those distributed by the VA) will continue and staff will hold community meetings to explain changes.
City staff told the Springfield City Commission they are negotiating a contract with a new provider and are working to move the city's public transit service toward a microtransit model, with a hoped transition beginning July 1 and an overlap period if possible.
City Manager Brian Heck (speaking for staff) said most transit funding comes from…
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