The meeting addressed updates from the Midlands Transit Riders Association regarding DART eligibility and the appeal process. The transit operations report for the previous month was reviewed, highlighting customer service feedback, improvements in on-time performance, and vehicle maintenance challenges related to high temperatures and a shortage of vehicles. Additionally, the committee recognized an employee of the month and discussed recent wage increases implemented for commercial driver's license holders.
Aug 12, 2026·
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The Service Meeting covered the Transit Riders Association update, which included requests for improved audible bus stop announcements and seating accommodations at specific transit stops. The committee also addressed rider concerns regarding route numbering and communication issues. Additionally, the meeting included a review of the transit operations report, focusing on safety improvements, the progress of the "do not leave early" initiative, and current on-time performance metrics. The discussion further addressed the performance discrepancies between general fixed routes and university transit services, with a commitment to perform a scheduling review to improve service reliability.
May 27, 2026·Board meeting
Central Midlands Regional Transit Authority Board Of Directors Meeting Minutes
The Board meeting included an executive session discussing personnel and contractual matters, resulting in an approved incentive payment for the Executive Director and a request for a contract validity review. Operational updates included ridership reports, service adjustments, and customer service initiatives. Policy changes were approved for DART ADA ID cards. The Board reviewed and approved the FY26-27 Operating and Capital Budget. Contracts for janitorial and landscape services were awarded to B & C Associates and Yellowstone Landscape, respectively. Additionally, the procurement of fixed-route and DART cutaway vehicles from Palmetto Bus Sales was authorized.
May 13, 2026·Board meeting
Midland's Transit Writers Association Service Meeting
The meeting included an update from the Transit Writers Association regarding the availability of board and committee meeting recordings on YouTube and the impact of technical difficulties on recent uploads. There was a discussion about downtown parking challenges and potential transit routes to alleviate traffic, including proposals for the Lake Murray Boulevard and US1 corridors. The board reviewed a transit operations report for April, focusing on customer service initiatives, on-time performance improvements, fleet maintenance achievements, and the implementation of a new safety plan following a difficult month for accidents.
