News & Updates

Transit Plan 2035: Approved and Moving Central Texas Forward 

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When the CapMetro Board of Directors voted to approve Transit Plan 2035 on October 20, 2025, it marked the culmination of 18 months of listening, learning and planning for the future of public transportation in Central Texas. This plan will offer us a path forward into the future, to build a more reliable and connected transit system over the next decade.  This plan wasn’t created in a vacuum — it’s a shared vision that reflects … Read more

CapMetro Launches Strategic Plan 2030, a Blueprint for the Future of the Organization and Transportation in Central Texas 

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With CapMetro’s Fiscal Year 2026 beginning on October 1, 2025, the agency has also launched Strategic Plan 2030, our internal managerial blueprint for the next five years. It outlines the steps CapMetro staff will take to enable the agency to deliver superior transit service that supports the region’s needs and growth.     Strategic Plan 2030 is … Read more

Join the Conversation: Your Voice Matters in CapMetro’s FY26 Budget 

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We want to hear from you!   It’s time again for CapMetro’s yearly budget check-in, and your input is a key part of the process.  We’re dedicated to keeping our finances transparent and using your tax dollars responsibly. Whether it’s expanding routes, upgrading services, or making daily rides more reliable, your feedback helps us get it … Read more

CapMetro Celebrates Pride

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Pride Month goes beyond simple celebration—it’s a reminder of CapMetro’s commitment to uplift different voices, highlighting the stories of people who help our agency stay connected to the communities we serve. This June, we’re featuring two employees, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, who help shape our work and strengthen our mission.  Jacob LaBorde, an Environmental … Read more

40 Years of CapMetro: Looking Back, Moving Forward

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1985 was a great year. Gas was $1.09, “Back to the Future” ruled the box office, and “We Are the World” swept the nation. Here in Central Texas, Austin voters made a big decision to invest in the region’s future by creating the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority. CapMetro was born!  Fast forward to today and … Read more