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Resident pitches two‑hour microtransit; council and county aging representative discuss senior mobility
Summary
A Danville resident urged a two‑hour microtransit loop to help seniors and youth connect to transit hubs; the council pointed him to the Contra Costa Transportation Authority while a county aging commissioner outlined broader senior mobility and funding challenges.
At the Danville Town Council meeting on March 3, resident Michael O'Dorney urged the council to consider a microtransit service running every two hours to connect neighborhoods, churches and Park-and-Ride hubs to improve mobility for seniors and young people.
"A system of transportation in Danville that would run every two hours and cut through essentially close to every neighborhood," O'Dorney said, adding the service could help older residents who do not want to drive at night and let young people travel between activities.
Mayor (role) and council members responded by noting the Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) is studying microtransit and asked O'Dorney to share his materials with CCTA and the council. "They are looking for people like you to share this idea," the mayor said.
Later in the meeting, Steve Freshman, who represents Danville on the Contra Costa County Advisory Council on Aging, briefed the council on county efforts for seniors. Freshman highlighted three committees’ work—housing, mobility and technology—including a county transportation information workshop planned for summer, a focus on paratransit and ride-concierge services, and pilot projects such as an automated shuttle tested in Rossmoor that drew strong local interest.
Freshman and councilmembers discussed funding constraints for senior programs and the potential role of Measure J renewal at the Contra Costa Transportation Authority in 2028 as an opportunity to expand services. Freshman recommended continued outreach and partnerships with providers such as County Connection and ride-hailing services for on-demand trips.
Council and staff said the town is coordinating with county partners on senior transportation and emergency-shelter planning; the meeting record shows interest in pursuing pilot programs and sharing local ideas with regional agencies.
