Go Sonoma Transit (GST) Program.

Bus transit funding is allocated quarterly to each of three county transit operators and will begin with the first disbursement at the end of the first quarter of FY 2025–26. GST funding is allocated quarterly to each transit operator, however, the program also calls out 2% for Free Fare programs to be distributed out of a transit agency’s apportionment on a reimbursement basis. The annual estimate of Go Sonoma GST funding is included in the annual Coordinated Claim. Additionally, 3% of the Program is dedicated to community benefit programs that support first and last mile and commuter programs to be managed by SCTA. A cooperative agreement between the SCTA and each agency will be executed before the first disbursement to that agency takes place.

The three transit operators will use Go Sonoma funds to maintain, expand and enhance local bus operations to provide a more reliable service that works for more people. Transit operators are required to submit a letter to the SCTA on an annual basis outlining how the Go Sonoma funding was spent, with a full accounting of the Go Sonoma funds (including interest earned), a description of what projects or activities were completed and how performance standards were met.