en.Wedoany.com Reported - The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County, Texas, USA, unveiled the METRONow program in early 2025 and released a progress report one year later. According to the report issued by the transit authority in April 2026, the METRONow program has invested approximately $65.44 million in road repair and upgrades to date.

Road repairs and related projects completed in the first year include installing or refurbishing nearly 2,000 bus shelters system-wide, adding shade, lighting, and seating; upgrading 5,600 bus stops citywide to improve accessibility; and completing 320,000 square feet of sidewalk improvements. The transit authority also took delivery of 329 new buses, increased its police force by 26%, launched a new fare collection system, and spent over $23.14 million to expand cleaning efforts at bus stops, transit centers, and rail platforms. In terms of new routes, the 500 Airport Direct line was launched, connecting downtown Houston with Hobby Airport and George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

METRO Chair Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock stated in a video about the progress: "METRO's goal is to provide mobility for all. By increasing ridership, making public transit an easy choice, and maintaining our infrastructure, getting around the Houston region will be more convenient." The METRONow program aims to improve the daily transit experience through investments in safety, cleanliness, reliability, and accessibility, with road repair being a vital component of the initiative.

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