Council hears microtransit feasibility study proposing hybrid fixed‑route plus on‑demand service; workshop, no vote

May 20, 2026

Consultants recommended a hybrid model that keeps two fixed routes on key corridors, converts two low‑use routes to on‑demand microtransit (app/phone booking), and pilots added weekend/shoulder‑hour service and a Fresno connector. Council treated the item as a workshop and asked staff to seek public feedback before a future implementation vote.

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The council received a final Madera Metro microtransit feasibility report on May 20 but took no vote, treating the presentation as a workshop and directing staff to gather more public feedback.

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