Transit director: ridership strong; South Circular absorbed into demand‑responsive service and 'Where's My Bus?' system launched
Summary
Medina County transit accepted two ODOT grants, reported rising ridership and efficiency gains, transitioned the South Circular fixed route to demand‑responsive service, and launched a 'Where's My Bus?' call‑ahead notification service intended to reduce no‑shows.
Transit Director Shannon Rine told commissioners that the county will accept SFY2027 funding from the Ohio Department of Transportation through both the Section 5311 and Ohio Transportation Partnership Program grants. "Mr. Hambley moved to approve the two resolutions; Mr. Harrison seconded the motion. There was no discussion. Roll call showed all commissioners voting AYE; the motion carried."
Rine said ridership remains strong and credited staff efforts for driving trip‑to‑mile numbers to zero and lowering cost per mile despite higher overall operating costs. She explained the South Circular fixed route has been absorbed into demand‑responsive service, reducing service miles, and announced the successful launch of a "Where's My Bus?" call‑ahead notification system that has received positive feedback and is expected to reduce no‑shows.
The board did not raise objections and approved acceptance of the grants. Transit staff said they will meet with contract partners to address a potential cost‑per‑mile increase while working to maintain the present efficiency gains.
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