MILWAUKEE COUNTY, Wis. (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee County's public transportation service plan is set for 2026, and some riders will be relieved to hear that the transit system will not eliminate any routes to address its budget deficit. 

The possibility of discontinuing six Milwaukee County Transit System (MCTS) routes was discussed due to a shortfall projected at $14 million.

Instead of eliminating the routes, Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley signed a plan Tuesday adjusting the frequency of bus service along certain routes, at times when fewer people are riding. 

“My administration worked with MCTS and the Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors to deliver this investment in public transportation that reinforces our shared commitment to protecting essential services while balancing fiscal responsibility,” said County Executive Crowley. “Thanks to our collaborative efforts, working families who rely on our bus system will still have access to this essential service. As we look forward, I will continue working to pursue new funding opportunities, collaborate with partners in the community, and seek out additional support from state and federal leaders to ensure people who rely on public transit in Milwaukee County can continue utilizing this important service in the years ahead.”

For more information about the 2026 MATC Service Plan, click here.