Summary
The county's public bus system depends on annual federal and state grants. Approving these applications keeps the Down East Express to the Triangle running daily and adds a Greenville Express connection, with rides to the Raleigh area costing just $20 one-way for county residents.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
About $1.03 million in grants with a local share of roughly $359,000, mostly covered by federal and state money.
Elderly and disabled riders and anyone needing affordable transportation to medical appointments, the VA hospital, or the Triangle.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (2)
County Commissioners (Regular) - Oct 19, 2026
The county's public bus system depends on annual federal and state grants. Approving these applications keeps the Down East Express to the Triangle running daily and adds a Greenville Express connection, with rides to the Raleigh area costing just $20 one-way for county residents.
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