Raleigh Transit Authority Board Meeting - September 10, 2026

The City of Raleigh's Transit Authority Board convened on September 10, 2026, to discuss updates and plans related to the Wake Transit Plan and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects. Key procurement-related topics included the upcoming request for proposals (RFP) for new payment technology, with funding already allocated to implement tap-to-pay systems by June 2027. The board reviewed the 30% design milestone for the Western BRT corridor, highlighting ongoing capital projects, anticipated property acquisitions in 2028, and construction targeted for 2029. Public engagement efforts and detailed design elements, including safety and accessibility features, were also discussed. The board unanimously approved a motion to provide feedback on the Wake Transit Plan, emphasizing priorities such as safe transit access, technology integration, and service improvements. Additionally, operational updates were provided on ridership, service reliability, and vendor performance for fixed-route and paratransit services, with ongoing efforts to improve service quality and implement a new transit app. No new contract awards or budget allocations were explicitly announced during the meeting.