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Council hears transit contractor update; extended hours would add roughly $187,640 annually
Summary
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.
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.
Council members pressed about whether the current contract includes signage at stops and whether drivers are able to wait briefly at locations such as the senior center and Walmart to assist passengers with mobility needs. The presenter said she would follow up with the Brazos Transit representative about signage and stop‑dwell procedures. Dr. Clark noted many residents do not know the service exists or how to find stop locations and urged clearer communication to seniors who rely on transit for medication and errands.
Staff also agreed to request ridership numbers from Brazos Transit so council can assess demand before deciding on extended hours or weekend service.
What happens next: staff will ask Brazos Transit for stop signage plans, stop‑dwell policies and recent ridership counts and return to council with the data for further consideration.
