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SWART reviews demand‑response, micro‑transit pilot and local funding gap for Eagle Pass transit
Summary
SWART outlined services in Eagle Pass (demand response, fixed routes, micro‑transit pilot), ridership and economic impact figures, and a local operating‑match gap the agency is seeking to cover with partners and grants.
A SWART representative gave a detailed overview of local and regional public transportation services, ridership, pilot programs and funding needs to the Eagle Pass MPO on Oct. 8.
SWART is the regional public transit provider that serves eight counties and operates demand‑response service, fixed routes and a new micro‑transit pilot branded Arriba (an on‑demand app‑based service). The presenter said Arriba’s pilot is free through Jan. 31, 2026, runs in four initial zones (Eagle Pass, Uvalde, Crystal City, Carrizo Springs) and registered about 800 rides in its first four weeks. He said the goal is to move toward offering on‑demand scheduling down to an hour before pickup…
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