Shawnee Mass Transit Receives $100,000 Grant

Funds will be used to expand routes and extend paratransit service hours.

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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Shawnee Mass Transit District in Vienna, Illinois has been awarded a $100,000 grant to expand its bus routes and extend paratransit service hours in the region.

Why it matters

The grant will allow Shawnee Mass Transit to improve public transportation access and connectivity for residents in the Vienna area, which can help increase mobility, reduce traffic congestion, and support economic development.

The details

The $100,000 grant will enable Shawnee Mass Transit to add new bus routes and extend the operating hours of its paratransit service, which provides door-to-door transportation for elderly and disabled passengers.

  • The grant was awarded on February 20, 2026.

The players

Shawnee Mass Transit District

A public transportation agency that provides bus and paratransit services in the Vienna, Illinois region.

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What’s next

Shawnee Mass Transit plans to use the grant funds to implement the route expansions and service hour extensions by the summer of 2026.

The takeaway

This grant will allow Shawnee Mass Transit to enhance public transportation options for Vienna residents, improving access to jobs, healthcare, and other essential services in the community.