Yuba-Sutter Transit directors were scheduled to hold a public hearing on Sept. 17 to consider approval of a proposed Marysville–Lincoln/Roseville service, according to the agency’s meeting agenda and staff report. This new service is intended to replace the existing Wheatland Route, signifying a potential expansion of regional transit options.
The proposed Marysville–Lincoln/Roseville service would operate Monday through Saturday, utilizing the State Route 65 corridor. It would include designated stops in Olivehurst and Wheatland, with its southern endpoint located at the Lincoln Park & Ride. The plan outlines an intention to establish connections with existing Placer County Transit circulators and Roseville’s Rapid Link service, aiming to integrate with broader regional transportation networks. The agenda detailed the potential for up to three weekday round trips, with proposed departures from Marysville at approximately 6 a.m., 11 a.m., and 4 p.m. On Saturdays, two round trips were proposed, with departures from Marysville estimated at 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. Yuba-Sutter Transit staff indicated that the final route and schedule for this new service were still under development and undergoing testing.
In addition to the fixed route expansion, the proposal calls for an expansion of Mobility On-Demand (MOD) service within the communities of Wheatland and Olivehurst. Staff reported that this expanded MOD service would operate in Wheatland during weekdays from approximately 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. This service would allow riders to travel within Wheatland and Olivehurst or to connect with the proposed fixed route. Planned destinations for the MOD service include the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, as well as various shopping centers and public services located near the North Beale Transit Center in Linda, offering more localized transit flexibility.
If the proposed service is approved and subsequently launched, the existing Wheatland Route would be discontinued. Yuba-Sutter Transit staff suggested a soft launch for the new service on or after Oct. 12, 2026. This initial phase would be followed by broader public promotion once regional connections have been thoroughly tested, ensuring a smooth transition for riders.
The new service plan is projected to add an estimated 3,200 net annual service hours to the agency’s operations. It is also estimated to incur about $434,950 in net annual operating expenses. This figure accounts for estimated fare revenue and the cost reduction achieved by ending the existing Wheatland Route. Yuba-Sutter Transit reported that it has been awarded $826,219 in dedicated Low Carbon Transit Operations Program funding specifically for this proposed service. Furthermore, staff indicated that an updated partnership agreement with the city of Wheatland and Mercy Housing, if approved, would contribute at least $46,000 annually, adjusted for inflation, for a minimum of the first three years of operation. According to the staff report, any remaining costs would be covered by federal rural formula funding or state transit assistance programs, outlining a comprehensive funding strategy.
The agenda record shows that the board was asked to conduct the public hearing and to approve the proposed plan and fare structure "as proposed or amended." However, the available record does not establish whether the Yuba-Sutter Transit directors ultimately approved the proposal, finalized the schedule, or set a definitive launch date for the service.
