Regional Metropolitan Transit Authority of Omaha Regular Board Meeting
The Board meeting included administrative reports on ridership, hiring activities, and customer service performance. Discussions focused on the 2027 annual budget and tax levy, as well as a contract renewal with Cubic Transportation Systems, Inc. The Board reviewed and approved resolutions concerning service equity analysis for proposed service changes, the award of contracts for the 24th Street Planning Study, and the acquisition of property. Additionally, the Board heard reports from the Transit Advisory Committee and discussed future meeting scheduling.
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The committee discussed the Metro Transit budget and service funding models. Public feedback and committee reports covered accessibility concerns for riders with visual impairments, holiday service gaps, and ridership performance metrics. Staff provided updates on community outreach efforts, art contests, and procurement status. A significant portion of the meeting focused on proposed service changes for December 2026, including route adjustments for Routes 3, 24, and 94, Title VI impact analyses regarding service benefits, and the transition from paper tickets to the Umo fare payment system, including fare capping details.
The meeting included a public feedback period where riders discussed transit service experiences and safety concerns, particularly at the Aksarben Transit Center. The Committee received reports on increasing ridership, public outreach efforts, and accessibility improvements for the blind and visually impaired community. A presentation was delivered on Metro Transit's design coordination opportunities, detailing findings from a bus stop inventory regarding lighting, seating, and sidewalk accessibility conditions in alignment with public right-of-way access guidelines. The Committee also finalized recommendations regarding pedestrian infrastructure for the upcoming Board of Directors report.
Apr 8, 2026·Board meeting
Metro Transit Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee discussed several transit-related topics including feedback on the new customer service transition, paratransit services, and real-time tracking for MOBY vans. The Metro Board report covered the 2027 Transportation Improvement Plan, Title VI analysis, service changes, and infrastructure improvements at the airport. Staff provided updates on Nebraska Public Transit Week, upcoming Earth Day event participation, the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) compliance project, and continued outreach and training efforts for transit accessibility. General discussions addressed service animal policies, bus safety reporting, and coordination with the new customer service contractor.
