Presentation and discussion of the Transit Master Plan Update. (Approximate time: 45 minutes) Summary: The City launched its Transit Master Plan (TMP) in 2016 to create a roadmap for expanding and imp

2.A
CITY OF BUCKEYE
Council Workshop Agenda
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
MEETING DATE: 10/07/25
AGENDA ITEM: 2.A. PMO - Transit
Master Plan Workshop
DATE PREPARED: 10/01/25
DISTRICT NO.: Citywide
STAFF LIAISON: John Willett, Acting Deputy Director of Transportation,
jwillett@buckeyeaz.gov, (623) 349-6282
DEPARTMENT: Program Management
Office
AGENDA ITEM TYPE: Workshop Item
TIME NEEDED: 45 minutes
ACTION/MOTION: (This language identifies the formal motion to be made by the Council) 
Presentation and discussion of the Transit Master Plan Update. (Approximate time: 45 minutes)
SUMMARY
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The current City of Buckeye Transit Master Plan was completed by the Maricopa Association of
Governments (MAG) in November 2016.
A City Council Action Item was to update the Transit Master Plan to address concerns from
residents. The City hired Nelson-Nygaard to complete the Transit Master Plan Update.
The goal was to study whether Buckeye needs public transit, what options make sense, and how much
they would cost. The study looked at Buckeye’s growth, land use, and population trends, and included
input from residents, workers, and community partners. It outlines practical recommendations and a
step-by-step plan for how to move forward, including costs, staffing, funding sources, and timelines.
BENEFITS:
As Buckeye grows, the need for public transportation will increase. The First Phase (Phase 1) includes
purchasing new vans to support the current Community Services program. The CSD program is currently
oversubscribed (backlog of request), and phase 1 of the transit master plan will assist those residents
who are in most need of transportation service. It also allows the City to test the transit ride booking
software and evaluate for future implementation. The Transit Master Plan also lists possible funding
sources (grants) the City can track and apply for to offset future expansion costs.
FUTURE ACTION:
Staff will present the updated Transit Master Plan to Council at an upcoming meeting for review and
approval.
FINANCIAL IMPACT STATEMENT:
The Community Services Department budget includes funding for two new vans, ride-scheduling
software, a transit mobility manager, and 2.5 FTE drivers. The vans and software have already been
purchased, and the mobility manager position was approved by Council and is part of the department’s
budget.
CURRENT FISCAL YEAR TOTAL COST:
The Community Services Department budget includes funding for two new vans, ride-scheduling
software, a transit mobility manager, and 2.5 FTE drivers. The vans and software have already been

purchased, and the mobility manager position was approved by Council and is part of the department’s
budget.
BUDGETED:
Yes
FISCAL YEAR:
FY26
Items related to a project or facility location must include an attached vicinity map for Council
Review.
ATTACHMENTS:
Transit Master Plan PP-2025-10-07.pdf