California is celebrating National Rural Transit Day!
July 16, 2024
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) are proud to celebrate Rural Transit Day on July 16th, 2024. Rural transit was established by the FTA in 1979, and Rural Transit Day was created in 2019 to appreciate the unique needs of rural passengers and celebrate the hardworking transit agencies that meet their travel needs. Funded by the Caltrans Division of Local Assistance, rural transit agencies in California play a vital role in maintaining the quality of life of rural residents by connecting people to much-needed essential services, jobs, education, and healthcare. We honor these transit agency heroes by publicizing all their hard work, taking the pledge to show our commitment to rural transit, and spreading awareness of Rural Transit Day and the importance of rural transit in our community.
Additional details may be found on the National Rural Transit Assistance Program website or visit the Caltrans Rural Transit Assistance Program website to learn more about rural transportation.
Contact Caltrans Reginal Transit Coordinator Suresh Ratnam regarding Rural Transit Day information.