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Roseville Transit wins 2026 Transit Agency of the Year award

The California Transit Association honored Roseville Transit for modernization, new electric buses and regional service growth.

Source: City of Roseville news release Reviewed by an editor

The short version

Roseville Transit was named 2026 Transit Agency of the Year by the California Transit Association.
The award was announced at the association's 61st Annual Fall Conference & Expo in Monterey.
Ridership grew from about 145,000 passengers in 2023 to more than 220,000 in 2025.
Learn about riding Roseville Transit at roseville.ca.gov/transit. (Release)

What's happening

State association honors Roseville Transit

Award: 2026 Transit Agency of the Year
Given by: California Transit Association
Source: City of Roseville news release

Roseville Transit has been selected as the 2026 Transit Agency of the Year by the California Transit Association. The award was announced at the association's 61st Annual Fall Conference & Expo in Monterey, California.

The award goes to an agency or service that reflects innovation, effective problem-solving, or a positive community impact. Roseville Transit earned it for adapting to evolving needs, investing in modern and sustainable infrastructure, and strengthening regional connections.

Why it won

Electric buses, new services and planning work

Rapid Link: New regional service using electric buses
Arrow: On-demand service added in 2021
Transportation 360: 18-month transit, bike and pedestrian master plan completed in 2025
Source: City of Roseville news release

Roseville Transit has moved to zero-emissions buses to meet the state's emissions requirements. It also launched Rapid Link, a regional service using electric buses to connect south Placer communities and the greater Sacramento region and to address traffic congestion along Highway 65 and Interstate 80. The electrification work includes a bus charging depot needed to operate and expand the fleet.

Arrow, added in 2021, is the agency's on-demand service within city limits. It combines the convenience of ridesharing with the capacity and affordability of traditional public transit.

The agency also completed Transportation 360 in 2025. The study looked at existing service and recommended increasing Commuter, Local and Arrow services, fare improvements, contactless payment, and online applications for ADA Paratransit eligibility.

Ridership and how to ride

More riders, and where to learn more

Ridership: About 145,000 in 2023; more than 220,000 in 2025
More info: roseville.ca.gov/transit
Source: City of Roseville news release

Annual ridership rose from approximately 145,000 passengers in 2023 to more than 220,000 in 2025, a more than 50% increase in two years.

Ed Scofield, Alternative Transportation Manager, said the award shows "you don't have to be the largest agency to make a difference."