08/27/26 Metro Transit Authority

The Metro Nashville Network held a Metro Transit Authority board meeting on August 27, 2026, focusing on transit operations, community feedback, and procurement updates. A key procurement-related action was the approval of a short-term lease agreement to provide two 40-foot Gillig buses from Nashville's contingency fleet to the Memphis Area Transit Authority (MATA) to assist their struggling transit system. This lease is temporary, with terms allowing for reassessment after six months, and includes provisions for maintenance and branding. The board also discussed upcoming capital projects, including design work for a new bus operations and maintenance facility and the Antioch Transit Center, as well as plans to issue an RFP for a transit ambassador program to enhance security and customer assistance. Additionally, the meeting featured a detailed update on the Journey Pass Pilot Program, which provides free transit access to eligible Davidson County residents, highlighting its success in increasing ridership and simplifying access. No other motions or votes related to procurement were noted.