South Central Regional Transit District (SCRTD), Regular Meeting - September 23, 2026

The South Central Regional Transit District (SCRTD) held a regular meeting on September 23, 2026, under the Doña Ana County Government. Key procurement and budget-related discussions included updates on capital projects such as the near-completion of a solar array and upcoming resurfacing and security improvements at the Southernland Park facility. The board reviewed ridership growth and fleet investments, including plans to acquire additional vans through a grant with El Paso's Sun Metro. The meeting also covered a resolution to amend the SCRTD HR manual and drug and alcohol policy to comply with updated federal requirements. A significant agenda item was the approval of a budget adjustment and membership dues agreement with the City of Las Cruces, addressing a funding shortfall of approximately $12,827.76. Additionally, the board approved resolutions to apply for fiscal year 2028 Section 5310 and 5311 grants to support capital and operational funding, including the purchase of two vehicles for paratransit and rural services. Discussions also touched on potential new routes and workforce mobility services, with plans to evaluate transit connections near the border area. Overall, the meeting focused on strategic planning, budget management, and grant applications to support SCRTD's transit expansion and service improvements.