07/23/26 Metro Transit Authority

The Metro Nashville Transit Authority (MTA) board meeting held on July 23, 2026, focused primarily on transit operations, fleet expansion, and capital projects. A key procurement action was the board's approval of a purchase order for 16 new 40-foot clean diesel buses from the Gillig Corporation under a previously approved five-year contract. The total cost for these buses is approximately $14.5 million, funded through a combination of Metro capital funds, federal grants, and state matching funds. These buses include replacements for aging vehicles and 12 expansion buses supporting the Mayor's "Choose How You Move" program, with delivery expected over 24 months starting in mid-2028. Additionally, the board discussed ongoing and upcoming capital projects, including requests for qualifications for design services for a new bus operations and maintenance facility and a new Antioch Transit Center. The meeting also highlighted efforts to improve transit infrastructure and service expansion, as well as recognition of a departing board member's contributions. Public comments addressed concerns about bus route changes, safety, and the need for dedicated bus lanes to improve service reliability.