• Date Due: December 15, 2026
  • Author: Department of Rail and Public Transportation
  • Enabling Authority: Appropriation Act - Item 433 H. (Special Session I, 2026)
  • Description:
    Comprehensive report assessing the feasibility of consolidating DASH Alexandria Transit, Fairfax Connector, ART Arlington Transit, and CUE Fairfax City into a single, unified regional bus system, including: (i) potential cost savings and long-term financial impacts; (ii) operational efficiencies and service improvements; (iii) rider and community input, including public feedback and consumer sentiment; (iv) potential challenges, implementation considerations, and legal or governance implications associated with consolidation; and (v) a review of comparable consolidation efforts in other states or metropolitan regions.