Albemarle Supervisors want say in governance of the future of public transit
Albemarle has been increasing the amount of funds that pay toward CAT each year but do not have a say in when route changes happen
Transportation
Stories that have to do with how people move around, whether it be on foot or wheels the motorized and non-motorized kind.
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CARTA reviews draft prioritization study, weighs roles in future transit decisions
Coverage of a meeting about the future of transit from August 24, 2026
Construction to start this week on roundabout at Route 53 and Route 20
The project is part of a bundle of several projects under construction and one completed at Route 240 / U.S. 250 east of Crozet
Charlottesville’s September Neighborhood Walk steps into Little High
The walk takes place at 10 a.m. at Sunrise Elementary School
Charlottesville puts Barracks Emmet Streetscape out for constructions bids — again
The city was awarded VDOT Smart Scale funding for the project in 2016 but work has been long delayed
MicroCAT passengers in Albemarle to pay fares starting on January 1, 2027
The fare for most people will be $2 for a single passenger with $1 for each additional rider
MPO staff: Cost estimates increases for three out of four Smart Scale projects
The estimate to convert I-64’s Exit 120 to a diverging diamond decreased by roughly $5 million
Charlottesville City Council briefed on efforts to lower speed limits, prepare new mobility plan
A summary of a recent City Council work session on transportation issues
Albemarle Supervisors get update on transportation projects
Final completion of the roundabout at John Warner Parkway and East Rio Road is expect on August 1
Regional Transit Authority wants feedback on future transportation funding strategy
CARTA’s Board of Directors will meet today at 5 p.m. and get an update on a study of what routes should be prioritized for additional funding for additional service