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Johnson County adopts transit strategic plan to boost frequency and restore fares
Summary
The Johnson County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to adopt a strategic plan for transit that retools routes to increase frequency along main corridors, suspends two low-ridership commuter routes starting Jan. 1, 2026, and contemplates a return to fares and phased service rollouts in 2026–2027.
The Johnson County Board of Commissioners voted 7-0 to adopt a strategic plan intended to reshape county transit service by prioritizing frequency on main corridors, right-sizing the fleet and pursuing partnerships to expand service when funding permits.
Josh Powers, transit staff, told the board the plan is designed to "improve our system but remain within our existing budget" and that implementation does not assume new revenue. Powers said the plan recommends suspending two low-ridership commuter express routes—the 5/63 Shawnee Express and the…
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