Laketran farebox replacement and cashless fare transition
Lake County
Summary
Laketran's fareboxes are past their expected life and need replacing, likely with cashless units, at an estimated $1.75–$2.06 million before installation. Cash-paying riders, including seniors without cards, will be served by new vending machines at major hubs. A transition plan comes in August with a September decision deadline.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 23, 2026.
Impact analysis
Replacement equipment is estimated at $1.75 to $2.06 million before installation; the final decision is due by September.
Riders get more reliable fare equipment, and cash-paying riders get four new vending machine locations at major hubs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of Commissioners (Work) — July 23, 2026
Laketran's fareboxes are 17 years old and wearing out. The board heard costs of $1.75M–$2.06M to replace them, with vending machines at major hubs for riders without cards, and a decision deadline of September 2026.
Board of Commissioners — July 23, 2026
Laketran's fareboxes are past their expected life and need replacing, likely with cashless units, at an estimated $1.75–$2.06 million before installation. Cash-paying riders, including seniors without cards, will be served by new vending machines at major hubs. A transition plan comes in August with a September decision deadline.
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