Council hears transit contractor update; extended hours would add roughly $187,640 annually

Jun 16, 2026

Staff told council the city's current annual contract with Brazos Transit is $15,500; extending service hours and adding weekend service would add about $187,640 to the contract, primarily to cover an additional driver. Council asked staff to confirm signage, stop‑dwell practices for seniors and ridership counts before considering a service expansion.

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City staff summarized an earlier presentation and the options for extending Brazos Transit service hours and adding weekend routes. Staff said the city's current contract totals about $15,500 annually; extending hours would add an estimated $187,640 to the contract because a new driver would be required.

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