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Greater Richmond Transit Company (GRTC)

301 East Belt Boulevard
Richmond, VA 23224
804.358.4782
804.342.1933
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GRTC Transit System is a non-profit transit system serving every sector of the Richmond region.

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man holds up roof of bus shelter during installation
GRTC’s Essential Transit Infrastructure Project aims to install shelters or seating at 50 to 75 percent of its bus stops by 2027.
July 23, 2025
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four public safety ambassadors in black and yellow uniform stand in front of GRTC bus
The public safety ambassador team is dedicated to enhancing rider safety and providing on-the-ground support to passengers.
May 21, 2025
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GRTC launched public safety officer and public safety ambassador programs.
The public safety officer and public safety ambassador programs will work to improve rider experience and safety and security within the agency’s service areas.
Jan. 28, 2025
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GRTC to launch three microtransit LINK zones in March.
GRTC will begin service in the new Chesterfield’s Clover Dale Zone on March 11, Ashland on March 18 and Powhatan on March 25.
March 5, 2024
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Marc Rene.
René joined GRTC after serving as vice president of finance and administration with Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity and brings a comprehensive background from various...
Dec. 8, 2023
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GRTC has launched the first microtransit pilot program in the Richmond area,
LINK Microtransit is a pilot program that will eventually include five separate microtransit zones.
Nov. 7, 2023
The GRTC Board of Directors' decision sets the agency on a path to a more detailed traffic planning, route design and environmental impact study.
Oct. 13, 2023
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Stefan Marks.
Marks offers 30 years of experience and leadership to GRTC as the agency works to grow and expand its transit services.
Oct. 3, 2023
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GRTC has opened its Downtown Transfer Station.
The official opening of GRTC's Downtown Transfer Station marks the end of years of development and construction in the creation of the first off-street home for transit in downtown...
Sept. 14, 2023
The products include Connectpoint® Digital Bus Stop displays that will be deployed throughout the transit system.
March 31, 2023

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A rendering of the downtown transfer hub project.
The project will deliver a modern, off-street transit facility paired with mixed-use development.
June 4, 2026
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The front corner of a GRTC bus, fleet number 2102, photographed from a low angle against a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. The destination sign reads 'Zero Fare' and the front doors are open. The GRTC logo is visible in purple on the side panel near the accessibility symbol.
The new budget also advances progress on the Pulse Western Extension project, the North South Pulse corridor and the downtown transfer hub.
May 22, 2026
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A rendering of the Greater Richmond Transit Company's future transfer hub.
The Richmond City Council has voted to transfer the former Public Safety Building property to the city of Richmond’s Economic Development Authority, allowing for the transfer ...
Feb. 16, 2026

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A Metro Flex vehicle.
Metro Transit Omaha has launched Metro Flex, GRTC has added to its LINK service and CATA has expanded its CATA Rydz pilot program.
Aug. 20, 2025
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GRTC Pulse bus.
GRTC’s FY 26 budget includes zero fares while MMT will not be collecting fares during the summer as part of the Zero Fare Transit Grant program.
April 14, 2025
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Crews working on GRTC’s new Downtown Transit Station.
Both new facilities will provide a new experience for riders, making traveling using public transit easier and more accessible.
Aug. 18, 2023
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Julie Timm has been recommended as the next CEO of Sound Transit; she currently serves as the CEO of GRTC Transit System in Richmond, Va.
The Sound Transit Board will consider the recommendation at its June 23 meeting.
June 3, 2022
The service is to help serve riders who are impacted by the agency’s temporary halt in operations overnight on some routes due to labor shortages.
Dec. 20, 2021
Images courtesy of Paul Comfort
GRTC CEO Julie Timm greets Paul Comfort at their Richmond facility. Paul and his colleague KJ Reynolds were the first outside visitors to the building in a year.
While COVID-19 has dealt a gut punch to the public transportation industry in terms of ridership and revenue, transit agencies are resilient and adapting to meet the changing ...
April 20, 2021
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The Pulse is now GRTC’s busiest bus route and carries an average of nearly 7,000 riders every weekday, double the service’s initial goal of 3,500.
June 21, 2019
The following projects are opening in 2017:Heavy RailBay Area Rapid Transit extension to Warm Springs [http://www.bart.gov/about/projects/wsx#Schedule]Bay Area Rapid Transit extension...
Feb. 10, 2017

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Sheryl Adams
Adams, who has been with GRTC for 24 years and was the agency’s interim CEO, becomes the first African American woman in a leadership role for GRTC.
Jan. 18, 2023
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A mom caring for her child on a GRTC bus
The agency cites a 15 percent uptick in ridership since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, strong public support and the importance of transit equity as the reason for continuing...
Dec. 21, 2022
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Map of future GRTC microtransit service
GRTC will get $4.06 million from the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation’s Transit Ridership Incentive Program to fund the three-year pilot program.
Dec. 20, 2022
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TRIP already supports zero or reduced fare at eight agencies, as well as four regional connectivity projects around the commonwealth.
Dec. 8, 2022
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Under a plan approved by the agency's board of directors, GRTC will install 160 shelters and 225 benches over five years.
Sept. 29, 2022
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National Express Transit, a complete mobility solutions partner, will begin a new partnership with the agency in October.
Sept. 23, 2022
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Hurt contains a wealth of project leadership experience, having worked more than 28 years as a certified technology professional
Sept. 19, 2022
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A rendering of GRTC's Downtown Transfer Station that will improve bus transfers.
The $2.2 million facility will accommodate 12 bus bays and be completed by the spring of 2023.
Sept. 13, 2022
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Mike Frontiero is a veteran community engagement, marketing and communications leader from the non-profit field.
June 27, 2022
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Sam Sink will oversee bus route planning, schedules and at-stop infrastructure.
Jan. 13, 2022
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Several bus bays will relocate to 9th, Clay and 8th Streets in early 2022.
Jan. 11, 2022
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State and local funding will support a three-year zero fare study on GRTC's system starting in July 2022.
The three-year study will evaluate benefits, impacts and sustainability of zero fares, as well as alternative fare collection methods.
Dec. 22, 2021