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Enhance Regional Mobility

Goal 1: Explore Creative, Alternative Transportation Opportunities
Objective 1: Promote Regional Connectivity
Project Performance Measure(s) Department(s)
ERM Via On‐Demand Rideshare Ridership Office of Strategic Initiatives
1.1.1
Summary:

This item supports the Council's "Enhancing Regional
Mobility" priority by improving access between Arlington
and the rest of the North Texas region. The Via on‐demand
rideshare service was launched on December 11, 2017 to
offer an additional mobility option for residents, employees
and visitors.

The app‐based rideshare service uses six‐passenger
vehicles, a smart phone application and dynamic routing to
provide efficient on‐demand trips and access to a wide
range of destinations. As of January 19, 2021, Via serves the
entire City of Arlington and the CentrePort TRE Station. The
turn‐key operation is operated and maintained by Via,
Transportation, Inc. through an annual contract based on
City Council approval. Partial funding is provided through
the Federal Transit Administration.

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