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MTA approves Winter 2026 service changes, expands off‑peak frequency and adds WeGo Link zone
Summary
The board approved the Winter 2026 recommended service changes, increasing off‑peak frequencies and extending service span on multiple routes, adding Sunday and later evening service on selected lines, and creating a new WeGo Link zone in East Thompson Lane; staff said a Title VI equity analysis found no disparate impact on minority or low‑income
The Nashville MTA Board approved the Winter 2026 recommended service changes, which focus on off‑peak frequency increases, later evening and expanded Sunday service on multiple routes, and a new WeGo Link zone to improve first/last‑mile access in East Thompson Lane. The changes are scheduled to take effect Jan. 6, 2026.
Felix (staff presenter) described corridor‑level improvements. Notable changes include increased midday and evening frequencies for Route 3 (West End) and Route 52 (Nolensville Pike) to 10‑minute midday/15‑minute evenings and weekends; Route 6 (Lebanon Pike) extended weekday hours until 12:15 a.m.; Route 34 extended to 11:15 p.m. daily with improved weekend frequency; Route 41 gains weekend service; Route 79 will add Sunday service; and several frequent routes will be extended to operate to 1:15 a.m. Access (paratransit) hours will be adjusted to match fixed‑route span changes.
Staff proposed a new WeGo Link zone covering East Thompson Lane between Nolensville and Murfreesboro where demand is lower and fixed route is limited; the zone will include transfer points at Nolensville & Thompson and Murfreesboro & Thompson and connect to Routes 52 and 77. Felix noted the zone could provide access to area employment sites including an Amazon fulfillment center that has previously asked for service.
MTA conducted public outreach (Sept. 17–Oct. 7) with two virtual and one in‑person meeting; staff also presented Title VI equity and found no disparate impact or disproportionate burden on minority or low‑income populations. Board members asked about success metrics; staff said they will monitor ridership, crowding relief and transfers, noting frequency improvements typically increase spontaneous ridership over time. Communications will include Spanish‑language materials and targeted outreach to affected workers. The board moved, seconded and approved the Winter 2026 service changes and the accompanying equity analysis.
