Walworth County transit staff warn ridership surge could force mid-cycle funding request

Jun 1, 2026

County transit staff told the Transportation Committee on June 1 that ridership jumped 30–40% for several months and urged early input for the 2027 budget; finance staff also reported a $164,661 improvement in the county's 2026 funding mix.

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Walworth County transit staff told the county's Transportation Committee on June 1 that recent ridership growth could strain resources and might require an emergency request for additional state funding if the trend persists.

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