Metrowest Regional Transit Authority

Application Purpose: Mwrta Is Requesting $2444870 of FY25 Section 5307 Urbanized Funds From the Boston Uza. a Copy of the Mou for the FFY2025 5307 Split Agreement Dated 8/26/2025 Is Included With This Application.; Activities Performed: the Requested Funds Will Be Used to Perform the Following Activities:- Miscellaneous Support Equipment - Non-fixed Route Paratransit Expenses- Terminal Intermodal Blandin Hub FCRS CNG Fueling Enhancements- Purchase Tools and Equipment to Be Used for Maintenance and Operations at the Blandin Ave Hub and the Operations Center at the Framingham Commuter Rail Station Hub in Framingham Ma- Procurements for the Successful Operation of Transit Services Including But Not Limited to Mobility Management Travel Training Call Center Technology Updates It and CNG Vehicles.; Expected Outcomes: the Funding Under This Grant Application Will Be Used to Purchase Miscellaneous Bus and Facilities Support Equipment Necessary for the Ongoing Operation of Public Transit Operations in the Metrowest Region. These Funds Will Also Be Used to Support the Systems Paratransit Services. the Mwrta Provides Fixed Route Shuttle and Paratransit Services in 16 Communities Within the Boston Metrowest Region. Services Are Centered in Framingham and Natick With Additional Services Provided to Ashland Dover Holliston Hopedale Hopkinton Hudson Marlborough Milford Sherborn Southborough Sudbury Wayland Wellesley and Weston. These Projects Will Maintain Assets in a State of Good Repair (SGR) Improve Operational Efficiency and Enhance Accessibility. the Mwrta FY25 Ridership Exceeded 522000 Passengers and Over 101000 Vehicle Service Hours. Mwrta FY2025 Operating Budget Is $17701485.; Intended Beneficiaries: the Mwrta Provides Fixed-route Shuttle and Paratransit Services. These Services Benefit the Residents and Commuters of 16 Boston/metrowest Region Communities.; Subrecipient Activities: None.