From the Transit Manager

April Ridership

Overall, April 2026 ridership slightly declined by 4.5% compared to April 2025. Total ridership was 7,839 passengers. SAM-Gresham provided 5,449 rides, a decrease of 6.04%. SAM-Estacada experienced a 2.17% increase, providing 754 rides. SAM-CTC was down slightly (4.49%) transporting 340 passengers. The Shopper increased by 3.20% with 520 one way trips.

SAM rides provided 710 rides, including 32 seniors for the annual Egg Hunt. It was a slight decrease of 6.82% compared to April 2025. SAM med experienced a 13.95% increase transporting 98 clients to medical appointments.