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All Day Pass
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$4.00
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Unlimited Rides
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Regular Fare
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$1.50
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One way trip
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Children (5yrs or younger)
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Free
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Senior & Disability Fares
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*must qualify, fare varies
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Must have documentation
approved in advance to
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Monthly Pass
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$50.00
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History, Current Timeline, Upcomping Meetings and Events
History: (2006) The City of Conroe and regional partners began the process of bringing public transportation to the community in 2006. The Houston-Galveston Area Council Regional (H-GAC) Regional Transportation Coordination Study (RTC) completed in 2006 was conducted in accordance with Texas Transportation Code Chapter 461. The RTC identified unmet transit needs within the 8 county area. The study identified that Montgomery County has a poverty rate of over 15% and furthermore concluded that the City of Conroe has the highest density of poverty and the highest transit need in the county.
Montgomery County Transit Study: (2008) The county-wide transit study for Montgomery County was initiated as a result of the findings in the RTC. Using information from the public involvement process from the RTC, the MCTS went further by conducting focus groups with residents which centered on low income families, social service agencies, non-profit organizations such as United Way, and the faith based community groups within the county.
City of Conroe Economic & Mobility Strategy: (2009) This strategy was initiated by local stakeholders and led by the Conroe Industrial Development Corporation (CIDC) whose main objective was to identify key priority transportation improvements that would improve the access to employment centers and attract additional businesses (job opportunities) into the community. Stakeholders who have been involved with the planning include Community Development Block Group Board, CIDC, City of Conroe staff and Council, Montgomery County officials, Economic Development Council, Conroe Chamber of Commerce as well as input from the police department, and private business interests such as local hotels, developers, and property owners. This plan included surveys from within the proposed project area and was distributed to businesses, multi-family complexes, and single family residents within the proposed transit corridor.
This planning effort included additional outreach through public hearings conducted at City Hall.
Livable Communities: (2011) A livable communities study was conducted to evaluate pedestrian access to transit. This most recent plan included surveys and community workshops. The community identified priority areas for pedestrian, streetscape, and safety improvements along the corridor which are needed to create a good pedestrian environment to support the upcoming transit route.
First Route Funded (June 2011) Recently, the Texas Department of Transportation has selected Conroe to receive funding to initiate the first fixed route.
This funding, through the Federal Transit Administration's Job Access Program, is aimed at connecting residents to numerous job opportunities throughout the downtown and adjacent areas. This funding will provide a greatly needed service to a community that has been identified as having the highest transit need in Montgomery County (MC). The service will begin upon completion of construction of sidewalks and the implementatiion of bus stop signs and amentities, expected start date in mid-spring 2012.
Sidewalk Funded (November 2011)
Conroe has been awarded $2.1 million dollars through FTA's Bus Livability program to construct sidewalks and ADA ramps, bike racks, all the stop and shelters. Check out the attached map .
Pedestrian Access to Transit (July 2011- November 2011)
In addition to fixed route service, the Texas Department of Transportation Commission awarded the City Conroe with $90,000 of New Freedom funding to improve pedestrian access to transit along 1st and Avenue E in the Dugan Subdivision. These improvements include installation of sidewalks and enhanced ramps.
The Federal Transit Administration selected Conroe to receive $2.1 million in transit funding to implement "complete street" improvements. This allows the City to make improvements to select corridors which will make the facilities more accessible to pedestrians, transit users, and cyclists. These improvements include sidewalks, bus stops and shelters, ADA ramps, bike racks and improved streetscape.
Conroe Transit Status Update (JULY 2012)
Hello! We are very excited about all of the public inquiries we have been receiving in regards to the start of the fixed route transit service. Our planning is well underway and we hope to have the buses running by the end of the year - hopefully sooner.
In order to use the funding grant approved to operate transit, the City is required to first install a small section of sidewalks and install ADA ramps near the Salvation Army Building and Montgomery County Food Bank in the Dugan area. While we understand this delay is inconvenient, we are well underway in the process. The City council approved the contract with the design firm in June. The design firm is aware of the urgency to complete the small required section so that we can start services.
In addition to the smaller section, the design firm will be working on the design of the overall route improvements. During this process we will be having public meetings and encourage the public to provide input on how these improvements will look along the entire route.
Again, we appreciate all the public interest in the service and we look forward to having the buses up and running around town. Thanks again for your patience and participation.
Stay posted to the website for more information on upcoming public meetings!
Service Details:
This fixed route service will provide 11 miles of new public transportation access for residents providing connectivity to employment destinations along SH75/Frazier, and along sections of North and South Loop 336. This service will have 80 designated stops including the Conroe Regional Medical Center, Walmart, multifamily apartment complexes, senior living facilities and hundreds of potential employers in the downtown and adjacent areas. The downtown area has hundreds of retail, restaurant, and office locations which will now be easily accessible by transit operating every 30 – 50 minutes, depending on the time of day. In addition to employment locations, the service will provide access to the workforce job training center, local social services, the food bank, faith centers, and City and County administrative offices.
In the Works
| August 2011 |
City and TxDOT must finalize agreements and legal documents
to receive funds. City Council to approve DBE, Title 6, and related
federal compliance procedures.
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| September 2011 - Novermber |
City and TxDOT approved and signed agreements and legal documents.
City and consultant developed draft bid package. Applied and was awarded grant funds for sidewalks and bus access infrastructure. |
| December 2011 |
Bid packages released. Sponsors acquired.
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| January 2012 - March 2012 |
Select design firm and construction firms to implement sidewalks and
related bus stop amentities. Organize a community based volunteer group to develop, distribute and promote the service. Acquire additional sponsors. Select provider. |
| April 2012 |
Negotiate with design firm.
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| May 2012 |
Estimated contract approval with design firm.
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| June - August 2012 | Design |
| September/October 2012 | Procure construction firm/Begin Construction. |
| Fall 2012 | Service Initiation and Kick-off. |
Events
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MARKETING COMITTEE! Please contact Lynn Spencer at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to sign up!
Public Workshop on August 28th, 2012 - click for more information.
News, Funding and Project Information
For additional RFP turnkey provider and operations of bus service information, click here.
| Transit Program Funding Sources | Amount |
| Job Access Funding - Federal | $141,050 |
| City of Conroe - cash | $100,000 |
| City of Conroe - In Kind | $ 41,000 |
| Bus Livability - Complete Street Federal Funding | $ 2.1M |
| City of Conroe - Design of Facilities | $430,000 |
| New Freedom Funding - Federal | $ 90,000 |
CENSUS: Preliminary Analysis of the 2010 census indicates that the City of Conroe will be a small urban area as a result of the population exceeding 50,000. Once the final census is official, the City could receive additional state and federal funding to operate transit beginning in 2012/2013. This funding will allow service frequency to increase on this initial route and provide new services such as the Conroe Park and Ride, ADA para-transit or other fixed route services.
Pedestrian Access to Transit
In addition to fixed route service, the Texas Department of Transportation Commission awarded the City Conroe with funds to improve pedestrian access to transit along 1st and Avenue E in the Dugan Subdivision. These improvements include installation of sidewalks and enhanced ramps.
| Fixed Route Transit Service Funding Source | Amount |
| New Freedom Funding | $90,000 |
| City of Conroe - cash value from design | $20,000 |
City of Conroe Transit DBE Program
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MARKETING THE SERVICE! We need your help early in this process to spread the word at churches, local organizations, clubs, etc, that the buses will be starting soon. We need your voice to build enthusiasm for the service. Building ridership is critical to ensuring the ongoing success of transit service.
Volunteers are needed to be rider ambassadors the first week of service. Ambassadors will be helping riders at the bus stops feel secure and comfortable about using the service. This will include waiting at the stops with riders to help them feel secure that the bus is on its way, helping them with directions, providing assistance getting on and off the bus, and just being a friendly face. We will need volunteers at each of the 80 bus stops.
Please contact Lynn Spencer at
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to sign up!
City of Conroe Title VI Compliance Plan
Click here to leave public comments.
Sponsorships, Advertising, Partnership Opportunities
The City needs your help in order to provide the most beneficial public transportation services in the community. The City needs local funding in order to increase the frequency of the initial fixed route service as well as implement additional local services and the proposed Park and Ride. The City would like to encourage your business to participate through contribution of funds, in kind services, sponsorships and advertising opportunities. We welcome creative partnerships. Please contact Lynn Spencer at
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or call 713-951-7951 to discuss how the City and your business can work together.
Annual Contributions needed! (Goal - $100,000)
Please consider making a financial contribution to support transit. Creative partnerships are encouraged. If your business makes a sizable donation (over $5000), your employees can ride the bus at a discounted rate or for free!
Sponsorships needed!
Please consider sponsoring a bench, bike rack or bus stop along the route. There are over 80 locations available. Sponsorships are appreciated between $500 - $5000.
In- Kind services needed:
Needing a firm(s) or company(ies) to develop marketing materials, distribute materials, develop and publish route information and schedules in various sizes for various purposes. Other in-kind services would be appreciated.
If you have the ability to contribute time and/or materials please contact, Lynn Spencer at (713) 951-7951 or email her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Conroe Transit Advertising Policy
Please consider advertising at one of over 30 transit shelters or on the bus! Monthly advertising rates vary depending on location. Please call Lynn Spencer to discuss 713-951-7951 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
For more information on the advertising policy, please click here .
This policy is developed for the proper and acceptable display of advertising on buses, shelters, kiosks, or other transit related infrastructure.
All ads placed on Conroe Transit vehicles or infrastructure shall follow the following guidance:
- Shall be for the purpose of prompting a business transactions or service.
- Shall avoid controversial, explicit or shock advertising tactics such as:
- Advertising which is false, misleading or deceptive.
- Advertising that relates to an illegal activity.
- Advertising that includes language that is obscene, vulgar or profane.
- Advertising that depicts violence and/or anti-social behavior.
- Advertising that relates to any sexual activity
- Advertising that may be inappropriate for minor
- Shall not promote the sale of alcohol or tobacco products.
- Shall not promote firearms or firearm related products.
- Shall be of reputable character and shall conform to community standards of decency as determined by the City of Conroe and Conroe Transit.
- In the event that a specific ad is found to not comply with this policy, advertisers may appeal to the City of Conroe, whose decision shall be final.
