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Study recommends phased microtransit pilot in East Grand Forks; year‑one operating costs estimated at $360,000–$530,000
Summary
Consultants presented a microtransit feasibility and implementation plan recommending a phased pilot focused on East Grand Forks, starting with one vehicle and expanding to two–three vehicles; the plan outlines operational models, technology options, KPIs and potential MnDOT/MPO funding, while city transit staff said service likely would not start until 2027.
Consultants presented a microtransit feasibility, design and implementation plan for the Grand Forks–East Grand Forks region and recommended a phased pilot that focuses initially on East Grand Forks.
"Microtransit is an app‑based, on‑demand service similar to Uber or Lyft that can be open to anyone," said Aaron Bartling, senior transit planner and project manager, describing the study’s analysis, preferred service zone and operational recommendations. The study recommended starting with a limited pilot (one vehicle for evening service), then expanding to all‑day service and a…
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