MILWAUKEE – On December 23, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley signed legislation approving the Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) 2026 Service Plan that will maintain and maximize public transit services next year. The Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors approved the 2026 MCTS Service Plan last week.
“My administration worked with MCTS and the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors to deliver this investment in public transportation that reinforces our shared commitment to protecting essential services while balancing fiscal responsibility,” said County Executive Crowley. “Thanks to our collaborative efforts, working families who rely on our bus system will still have access to this essential service. As we look forward, I will continue working to pursue new funding opportunities, collaborate with partners in the community, and seek out additional support from state and federal leaders to ensure people who rely on public transit in Milwaukee County can continue utilizing this important service in the years ahead.”
Instead of eliminating six routes, the 2026 MCTS Service Plan that Crowley signed into action addresses MCTS’ budget deficit through targeted adjustments in service frequency on select routes during non-peak hours—times when ridership is historically lower. The Plan will also help maintain the Transit Plus Same Day Pilot Program. These adjustments will allow MCTS to continue serving every neighborhood currently receiving service while responsibly addressing ongoing financial considerations for 2027…