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Arlington’s rideshare service gets World Cup funding boost — with match-day restrictions
By Bianca Rodriguez-Mora at Fort Worth Report
· May 28, 2026
· 1 min read
Arlington’s On-Demand rideshare service received a $350,000 grant from the Federal Transit Administration to be used throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. The grant comes from $10 million in federal funds distributed across the Fort Worth-Dallas area to help meet increased public transportatio
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The influx of funding for Arlington's On-Demand rideshare service is a welcome boost for the region's transportation infrastructure, particularly as the area prepares to host FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. Given the expected surge in visitors, the grant will help alleviate some of the pressure on local transportation systems. However, the match-day restrictions on the service may impact students and staff at nearby institutions, such as the University of Texas at Arlington, who rely on affordable and convenient transportation options. As the Fort Worth-Dallas area gears up to accommodate the crowds, it will be crucial to ensure that the transportation needs of local residents, including students, are not overlooked in favor of catering to event attendees. The Tarrant County government and local transportation agencies will need to work together to strike a balance between supporting the event and serving the daily needs of the community.
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Category: schools ·
Published: May 28, 2026 ·
Source: Fort Worth Report ·
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What is this story about? Arlington’s On-Demand rideshare service received a $350,000 grant from the Federal Transit Administration to be used throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches. The grant comes from $10 million in federal funds distributed across the Fort Worth-Dallas area to help meet increased public transportatio
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