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Granby–Grand Lake connector aims for May start with mostly grant funding, county says
Summary
County manager told commissioners a Granby–Grand Lake bus route is planned to begin in May–June, with estimated cost of $2.2 million covered by grants and Grand County’s direct cost roughly $60,000 plus town admin fees; IGAs and a Feb. 10 presentation are planned.
County Manager reported that a Granby–Grand Lake connector is being finalized for launch in May or June, with a park‑and‑ride in Granby, stops in Granby and Grand Lake and at least one mid‑route stop. Planners are still determining whether the route will include a shuttle to Rocky Mountain National Park or go directly into the park.
Estimated total cost for the route is about $2,203,000, the manager said, and most — if not all — of the cost will be covered by grants. Grand County’s share is expected to be “around $60,000,” with an administrative fee (about 10%) to be split between two towns, possibly $5,000–$10,000 each. Intergovernmental agreements (IGAs) with towns are forthcoming; staff expect the route plan to be presented to each town and the Board of County Commissioners, targeting the Feb. 10 BOCC meeting, and community open houses are planned for March.
Commissioners discussed coordination with an anticipated passenger‑rail service that will arrive in Winter Park, Fraser and Granby in the fall, and emphasized the need to align bus and train schedules to minimize wait times for transfers. The manager said funding has been pursued through Senate Bill 230 grant credits and other community priorities funding; IGAs will set final roles and responsibilities for operations and administration.
What’s next: Staff will present the detailed plan to towns and the BOCC (anticipated Feb. 10) and then work on IGAs and public outreach.
