Seeking proposals from a qualified contractor to provide supervision, technical, personnel and operating services, transit vehicles, vehicle maintenance, and fuel, necessary for the daily operation of YARTS.
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City
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Merced
County
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Merced
Address
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369 W 18th St
Phone Number
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(877) 989-2787
Zip Code
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95340
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System
Mcag Governing Board Workshop
Date: Jun 18, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board conducted a housing and homeless workshop. Key discussion topics included an update on homeless management strategies, the results of the annual point-in-time count, challenges in providing affordable housing, and the effectiveness of street outreach efforts. The board also reviewed the impact of funding on service delivery and explored leveraging resources through managed care plans and Medi-Cal to reduce costs.
Mcag Governing Board Governing Board Meeting
Date: May 21, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The board discussed several topics, including an update on federal air quality conformity and the strategy to utilize a regional budget for the 2026 Regional Transportation Plan. Additionally, the board reviewed the draft transportation network vulnerability assessment, which evaluates climate-related hazards and includes a cost-benefit analysis for flood mitigation on State Route 59, the development of a new operations and maintenance facility for an electrified bus fleet, and erosion control projects along Bear Creek.
Merced County Association of Governments Governing Board Meeting
Date:
Key Contacts
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Nick RichardsonCity Councilmember, District 6 – City of Fresno; Director, YARTS Governing Board
The board meeting included reports on transportation project funding, updates on environmental compliance, and upcoming agency events. Key discussion topics included progress on highway infrastructure and intersection improvements, funding opportunities for transit and accessibility programs, and a review of the potential withdrawal from the Calvans Joint Powers Authority. Additionally, the board approved the recipient of the Anna Maria Fuentes scholarship.
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