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Innovation & Planning

VIA proudly operates one of the best transit systems in the country. For over 30 we have worked to meet the transportation needs of our community from generation to generation. But truly meeting the needs of our community means going beyond just providing services today. We must continuously consider new technology, review growth trends, and evaluate other improvements to assure we are the innovative and responsive agency for the future.

SmartWaySA

SmartWaySA is VIA’s exciting community-driven study to develop a Long Range Comprehensive Transportation Plan for Bexar County up to the year 2035. Lunched in 2009, VIA's Board of Trustees formally adopted the plan in 2011. Through SmartWaySA, high capacity transit corridors have been identified and prioritized. A range of transit alternatives were recommended for the corridors along with any suggested supporting facilities. Many high capacity transit alternatives will be considered for our region including bus rapid transit, electric streetcar, light rail, commuter rail, HOV lanes and others. SmartWaySA site.