WASHINGTON COUNTY APPROVED BUDGET
FY 2026
Transit Fund - Departments 44020 - 44030
Department Description/Function
The Washington County Transit Department provides safe, affordable, dependable, and accessible public transportation that enhances the mobility of our customers. Established in 1972, service is provided to Valley Mall, Long Meadow, Williamsport, Maugansville, Robinwood, Smithsburg, Funkstown, and throughout the City of Hagerstown. Along with Fixed Route mass transit service, the Transit System also provides the following services to the community: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Para-Transit service; Statewide Special Transportation Assistance Program (SSTAP) Ride Assistance; and employment- based services known as Job Opportunity Bus Shuttle (JOBS), partially funded by the Department of Social Services (DSS).
Goals Fiscal Year 2026
Secure a design grant for the administrative and maintenance facility renovation and expansion. Start the process to streamline passenger fees and introduce mobile farebox collection methods. Modify routes based on the Transit Development Plan short term recommendations. Study downtown bus stop locations to improve route efficiency and passenger safety.
Accomplishments Fiscal Year 2025
Achieved the FY2025 goal of transitioning the department to new leadership after the retirement of a long-term Director. Achieved the FY2025 goal of updating a 5-year Transit Development plan. Completed a facility study in partnership with HEPMPO. Conducted numerous outreach events exposing transit services to current and future users. Introduced new bus routing hardware and software for fixed route and demand response.
Key Data
FY2023 Actual 357,790
FY2024 Actual 409,855
FY2025 Estimated
FY2026 Projected
Programs/Services Provided
410,000
420,000
Ridership
530,400
530,400
530,400
530,400
Service Miles
39,200
39,200
39,200
39,200
Service Hours
2024 Budget
2025 Budget 901,310
2026 Budget 561,870
Category Funding Sources
$ Change
% Change
General Fund Support
1,052,540
(339,440)
(37.66%)
Operating and Capital Grants
1,534,570
1,694,640
1,807,510
112,870
6.66%
Fees/Charges
546,670
546,670
538,170
(8,500)
(1.55%)
Fund Balance
0
446,590
698,520
251,930
56.41%
Total
3,133,780
3,589,210
3,606,070
16,860
0.47%
2026 Budget Document
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