"An important choice facing transit decision makers in small urban and rural areas is the type of arrangement to be used for ownership and operation of the system. This report of the Transportation Research Board reviews the choices generally available and evaluates the advantages and disadvantages of each. A framework for the selection of the options is also presented, and the need for more information on the effectiveness of various ownership/operation options is identified. ( Author)"  The report for this topic can be purchased at https://www.trb.org/news/blurb_detail.asp?id=3460