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Transit staff warn FY27 requests outpace plan; commissioners debate whether to amend or seek new revenue
Summary
Staff told commissioners that new FY27 transit requests (maintenance facilities, Fayetteville Road corridor, fare‑free support and operating funds) exceed projected revenues ($44M forecast) and would create a deficit unless projects are delayed or a transit plan amendment is adopted; commissioners debated preserving BRT funding and pursuing a new regional sales‑tax referendum.
Transit staff outlined the FY27 work program, an updated revenue forecast and a list of partner requests that together threaten to exceed the adopted Durham Transit Plan’s projected capacity.
Brandy Minor and Ellen Beckman said the half‑cent sales tax is now projected at $44 million for the year and that excess fund balances and prior better‑than‑expected revenue growth had allowed new projects previously. The staff presented multiple partner requests — including up to $64.7M…
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