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Matter 26-430

East San José Microtransit Pilot.

Transportation City Council Agenda Ready Introduced 07 Apr 2026
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File
26-430
Type
Consent Agenda
Status
Agenda Ready
Requester
Unknown
Introduced
07 Apr 2026
Last synced
03 Jun 2026 · 12:17

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Memorandum

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The memorandum discusses the East San José Microtransit Pilot, recommending the City Manager negotiate a contract with Nomad Transit, LLC for a microtransit service. The service aims to provide on-demand transportation in East San José using electric vans. The project is funded by a grant from the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority and is designed to enhance mobility options for residents, particularly seniors and those underserved by public transit.

Key points
  • The memorandum is addressed to the Mayor and City Council from John Ristow and Jim Shannon.
  • It recommends adopting a resolution to authorize a contract with Nomad Transit, LLC for microtransit services.
  • The service will operate a fleet of six battery-electric vans, including two wheelchair-accessible vans.
  • The project is funded by a $3.5 million grant from the VTA and a City match of $871,721.
  • The microtransit service aims to complement public transit and improve access for residents in East San José.
  • The pilot project is expected to last for 21 months and will conclude during FY 2028-2029.
Limitations
  • The text includes placeholders for certain fields that are not filled in, such as specific dates and budget references.
  • The document does not provide information on the specific outcomes of the recommendations or any votes taken.

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COUNCIL AGENDA: FILE: ITEM: TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FROM: John Ristow Jim Shannon SUBJECT: East San José Microtransit Pilot DATE: March 30, 2026 Approved Date: 4/21/26 26-430 2.13 4/8/26 COUNCIL DISTRICTS: 5, 7, 8 RECOMMENDATION (a) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager or her designee to negotiate and execute a contract retroactive from March 25, 2026, with Nomad Transit, LLC for the design, development, and operation of a microtransit service in East San José, in an amount not to exceed $3,366,000. (b) Adopt the following 2025-2026 Funding Source Resolution and Appropriation Ordinance amendments in the Construction Excise Tax Fund: (1) Increase the estimate for Revenue from Local Agencies by $191,000; (2) Establish the East San José Microtransit appropriation to the Department of Transportation in the amount of $331,000; and (3) Decrease the Ending Fund Balance by $140,000. SUMMARY AND OUTCOME Staff is seeking authority to negotiate and execute a contract retroactively with Nomad Transit, LLC (Nomad) (a wholly owned subsidiary of Via Transportation) to work with the City and community partners to design an on-demand, technology-enabled microtransit...