Key West Transit Development Plan FY2025-2034

7.8 TBEST Outputs for KWT Service Improvements

Table 7-11: Summary of TBEST Scenarios

The decisions ahead are not just about increasing boardings or optimizing service hours; they are about enhancing the quality of life for residents, facilitating economic growth, and ensuring sustainable urban mobility. As Key West Transit moves forward, they must weigh these options and alternatives carefully, ensuring that the chosen path aligns with the community's best interests and the vision for the region's transit future. The examination of Census data provides a foundational understanding of the community's composition, needs, and potential transit users. This demographic insight, when paired with the predictive capabilities of TBEST, equips Key West Transit with a comprehensive view of both current and future transit landscapes. By leveraging these dual perspectives, KWT is better positioned to make informed decisions, tailor services to the evolving needs of its community, and ensure that its transit system remains a vital and dynamic asset for all residents. This combined approach demonstrates KWT's commitment to continuous improvement and its dedication to serving its community with excellence. Table 7-11 on the following pages details the various cost and efficiency factors for further consideration in the last three chapters of the TDP. » Total boardings are projected to increase by 11.2%, from 241,633 in 2024 to 268,667 in 2034. » Revenue service trips and hours are expected to grow by 18.5% and 19.1%, respectively. » Efficiency metrics show modest improvements, with boardings per service hour increasing by 8.8% and boardings per service trip by 10.3%. » Total costs are projected to rise by 19.1%, from $2,564,741 to $3,055,238.

2024 (Scenario A)

2034_GR (Scenario B)

Metric

% Change

Duval Loop (DL) Additional Boardings (+/-) Total Boardings Revenue Service Trips Revenue Service Miles Revenue Service Hours Boardings Per Service Hour Boardings Per Service Mile Boardings Per Service Trip

6,494

126,556

133,050

+5.1%

12,410

12,410

0.0%

48,134.1

48,134.1

0.0%

12,574.7

12,574.7

0.0%

10.1

10.6

+5.0%

2.6

2.8

+7.7%

10.2

10.7

+4.9%

Route Cost

$992,270

$992,270

0.0%

Lower Keys Shuttle (LKS) Additional Boardings (+/-) 6,867 Total Boardings 98,103

104,970

+7.0%

Continued on next page Revenue Service Hours Revenue Service Trips Revenue Service Miles

8,760

8,760

0.0%

401,858.7

401,858.7

0.0%

15,845.2

15,845.2

0.0%

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