Erie County commissioners discuss Transit System deficits and possible regional transit authority

Apr 9, 2025

Commissioners heard that the Sandusky Transit System’s deficit dropped from $1.3 million to $600,000 under current management, questioned $2 million in annual on-demand service costs, and asked staff to explore whether focusing on fixed routes or forming a sales-tax–funded regional transit authority (RTA) could improve sustainability.

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Commissioners reviewed updates from the Blue Ribbon Commission about the Sandusky Transit System, noting that many routes run with low off-season ridership while some routes (CP and Kalahari) perform well in peak seasons.

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