Key West Transit Development Plan FY2025-2034

Regional Collaboration

Regional Collaboration Key West Transit will continue to work closely with stakeholder agencies, cities, and regional transportation partners, including the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), Monroe, Miami-Dade Counties and the municipalities served by the Lower Keys Shuttle. The recent establishment of the Monroe County Transit (MCT) Department and the launch of Freebee services in Key West demonstrates a commitment from the county to enhance the region's transit network. By leveraging these opportunities and maintaining collaboration, KWT and its partners can continue to develop a transit system that meets the evolving needs of the community. In 2024, MCT completed an Existing Conditions Analysis, vetted by the Board of County Commissioners, to assess the existing transit services in the region and identify areas for improvement. This analysis provided service recommendations that, once implemented by MCT, offer opportunities for KWT to refine service routes and reallocate resources in the future. One recent initiative of MCT is the deployment of FreeBee Services in Key West, branded as Conch Connect. KWT and MCT will closely monitor and analyze metrics such as ridership and cost efficiency to determine the future of key transit services, including Key West Rides, Lower Keys Shuttle, and Conch Connect. This data-driven approach ensures that resources are allocated effectively, and services are optimized to meet the needs of the entire region. By leveraging these opportunities and maintaining collaboration, KWT and its partners can continue to develop a transit system that meets the evolving needs of the community and improves overall quality of life for residents and visitors.

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Transit Development Plan FY 2025–2034