

The Virginia Transit Equity and Modernization Study is aimed at identifying opportunities to advance equitable transit within the Commonwealth. There has been a renewed focus in recent years on the advancement of equity, accessibility, and technology. The study team will explore a wide variety of topics and engage heavily with the public to create a proactive plan for the equitable advancement and modernization of transit in the Commonwealth.
Executive Summary
Actions to Modernize Transit (Interactive)
What is Transit Equity?
Transit equity is the shared and just distribution of benefits and burdens when planning for transit delivery. This includes the importance of providing access to opportunities to employment, socializing with friends and family, connecting with the community, and meaningfully participating in our society.
What is Transit Modernization?
Transit modernization encompasses a variety of tasks, including creating and utilizing innovative best practices related to transit planning, operations, and user experience. This study will explore various transit concepts—including accessibility, infrastructure, electrification, and technology—and determine how to implement strategies that lead to developing a world-class transit
Study Path

What is Transit Equity and Modernization?
Transit Equity
- Shared and just distribution of benefits and burdens when planning for transit delivery
- Planning and investing to provide access to opportunities to employment, socializing with friends and family, connecting with the community, and meaningfully participating in our society
- Engagement and outreach across the state with daily users
- Decisions are made in collaboration and in participation with the community
Transit Modernization
- Creating and utilizing innovative best practices related to transit planning, operations, and user experience
- Includes a variety of topics including accessibility, infrastructure, electrification, safety, and technology
- Technical Working Group meetings with transit agency staff and industry thought leaders
- Determine how to implement strategies that lead to developing a world-class transit system
