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Cities, providers warn microtransit pilot needs continued funding or services will stop
Summary
Municipal officials, a private operator and Via Transportation told the Appropriations Committee that Connecticut's DOT microtransit pilot is serving tens of thousands of riders and that without FY27 appropriations many services could end on July 1, 2026.
Mayoral and industry witnesses urged the Appropriations Committee to retain funding for the Connecticut Department of Transportation's microtransit pilot, saying the program has served hundreds of thousands of rides and supports mobility for residents without cars.
"Of the $19,500,000 2‑year statewide program launched in 2024, New Haven receives $3,100,000 for our microtransit program called Via NHV,"…
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