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Houston METRO's Community Connector service provides on-demand microtransit services to residents, enabling them to access fixed-route services or other essential destinations.
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The Metro Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) has partnered with the City of Houston and Evolve Houston to expand its community Connector Service to The Heights on April 14, 2025.
The on-demand, clean energy microtransit service connects riders to METRO’s fixed-route services and other essential destinations when access to public transportation is limited or difficult.
“This service enables METRO to connect people to places they need to travel safely and efficiently. I am confident the demand for the Community Connector service will continue to grow,” said Houston Mayor John Whitmire. “My administration has prioritized safe streets and transportation. Collaboration works, and we are optimistic about the future of mobility through thoughtful planning and strong partnerships.”
This expansion is part of the METRONow plan, which aims to improve mobility for all and provide safe, clean, reliable, and accessible transit options to the region.
“This new service is already transforming transit and people’s lives by providing direct access to buses and trains and ultimately meets essential needs like attending wellness appointments or getting to the grocery store," said METRO Chair Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock.
Currently, the Community Connector serves Downtown Houston, Second Ward, and Third Ward.
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