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Manitowoc City plans to bring paratransit service in-house from Assist

1 report, 1 independent Updated Nov 4
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What happened

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Manitowoc City is planning to bring its paratransit service in-house beginning January 1, 2027. This follows the expiration of the current contract with Assist-to-Transport at the end of 2026. Assist-to-Transport recently announced its intention to discontinue operations in the area. The City is reviewing the necessary positions, compensation structure, and operational framework for the new system.

From 943jackfm.com

Why it matters

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The City anticipates adding a combination of full-time and part-time positions to operate the service beginning in 2027. This shift moves the service provision from a contracted provider to a City-operated system.

From 943jackfm.com

Who's involved

  • ManitowocCity planning to bring its paratransit service in-house starting in 2027.
  • AssistCurrent provider of the paratransit service whose contract is expiring.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • AssistSpeculative

    Assist could face a loss of contract revenue as Manitowoc City brings the paratransit service in-house.

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