Work Session April 7, 2026: Update on Field Trips

The City of Springfield, Ohio held a work session on April 7, 2026, to provide an update on the Field Trips microtransit service, a new on-demand transportation model replacing the traditional fixed-route system. Representatives from VIA Transportation and city officials discussed the service's design, safety protocols, technology use, and operational data. The service has shown strong community adoption with increased ridership and cost efficiencies, supported by federal funding. Plans were outlined to form a regional stakeholder group to explore service expansion, funding sources, and countywide transit models based on one year of operational data. No specific contract awards or procurement actions were reported during the meeting, but the discussion highlighted ongoing vendor partnership with VIA Transportation and the use of technology to optimize service delivery.