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Executive Summary
April Chan
General Manager/CEO
In 2025, SamTrans strengthened its commitment to providing safe, reliable, and equitable public transportation across San Mateo County. Guided by strategic priorities focused on service quality, sustainability, and community engagement, the agency delivered improvements that enhanced mobility for all riders.
Key achievements in 2025 include:
- Service Enhancements: SamTrans implemented targeted route adjustments and increased service frequency on high-demand corridors to better connect communities and improve on-time performance.
- Sustainability and Innovation: The agency continued transitioning its fleet toward zero-emission vehicles, advancing clean transportation solutions and reducing environmental impact.
- Equity and Accessibility: SamTrans expanded initiatives to improve accessibility for seniors, riders with disabilities, and underserved communities, ensuring transportation remains inclusive.
- Community Engagement: Through robust outreach and partnerships, the agency strengthened communication with riders, local governments, and community organizations, enabling feedback-driven decision-making.
Looking ahead to 2026 and beyond, SamTrans will continue its focus on sustainable growth, innovative mobility solutions, and equitable service delivery.
Top Accomplishments
Board backs major regional transit move plan
Board backs major regional transit move plan
The decision clears a path for new funding opportunities that would strengthen local service, enhance long-term reliability, and support collaborative Bay Area transit efforts.
Agency launches major zero-emission upgrade
Agency launches major zero-emission upgrade
A new charging project will power the next generation of cleaner buses, boosting reliability, expanding sustainability efforts, and preparing the fleet for a fully modernized, climate-friendly future.
New 10-year plan maps out big upgrades ahead
New 10-year plan maps out big upgrades ahead
The comprehensive strategy outlines investment priorities designed to enhance service quality, modernize infrastructure and guide long-term growth.
Smart schedule updates make transfers easier
Smart schedule updates make transfers easier
Riders benefit from new coordination between bus and rail agencies along the Peninsula, with improved connections at major hubs like Daly City BART and Palo Alto Caltrain.
Additional Key Achievements
El Camino Real envisioned to become a people-first boulevard
A sweeping corridor-wide initiative launches to reinvent the historic El Camino Real with wider sidewalks, protected bike lanes, dedicated bus lanes and lush streetscapes — aiming to make travel safer and more inviting for everyone.
SamTrans supports Bay Area infrastructure equity
A group of Bay Area transit agencies has joined forces under the Equity in Infrastructure Project’s pledge — signaling a major step toward expanding contracts for historically underutilized businesses.
SamTrans launches new policy to boost safety
The new policy framework empowers the agency to temporarily restrict passengers from riding SamTrans who engage in dangerous or disruptive conduct — a step toward reinforcing well-being for everyone on board our buses.
SamTrans gears up for new hydrogen-fueling hub
A permanent station at the North Base facility in South San Francisco will support the agency’s growing hydrogen fuel cell bus fleet and accelerate its transition away from diesel-dependent operations.
Ride Like a Leader: SamTrans celebrates Transit Month
This year’s Transit Month celebrations highlighted the many ways transit strengthens our communities — lifting up rider stories, inspiring new connections and showcasing why transit remains essential for everyone.
SamTrans honors Black History Month with tribute
A commemorative bus wrap celebrates Rosa Parks’ birthday, her vital role in transit history, and Transit Equity Day — while turning heads and sparking conversation in San Mateo County.
Top praise for SamTrans rider experience
A recent survey reveals that 82% of riders say they’re satisfied with their overall experience. SamTrans will improve bus shelter cleanliness and upgrade benches.
SamTrans offers free bus passes for college students
Through a new partnership, eligible students at local community colleges can receive unlimited rides on SamTrans — a meaningful step toward eliminating transportation barriers.
Buses become moving canvases for young artists
Through the SamTrans “Art Takes a Bus Ride” contest, student artwork by 1st through 11th graders are featured on two bus wraps for the year — putting youth creativity front and center and highlighting how transit connects communities.
SamTrans hosts energizer station to encourage multimodal transportation
In partnership with regional cycling and transit agencies, SamTrans powered up the fun with snacks, swag and prize drawings at Millbrae Transit Center during the Bay Area’s Bike to Wherever Days celebration.
SamTrans rides with Pride in 2025
A vibrant, specially wrapped bus rolls through San Mateo County and San Francisco in June to mark the District’s third annual LGBTQ+ celebration of inclusivity.
Celebrating Día de los Muertos in Redwood City with festive bus wrap
The Wheel Talk podcast dives deep into the annual celebration, including marigolds, altars, pan de muerto and community events that bridge generations and neighborhoods.
SamTrans rolls into Hometown Holidays with festive bus
Returning to the lively Redwood City parade, SamTrans debuts its holiday-wrapped bus in December — bringing spirit, community connection and seasonal cheer to the parade route.