Month: January 2022

  • Metro Accelerating Operator Recruitment Following Historic Union Deal

    Metro will host a career fair for new, prospective operators on Saturday, January 22 at our Queensgate Division. CINCINNATI – There’s never been a better time to come onboard as a bus operator, now that the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 627 have struck a new agreement, guaranteeing better pay,…

  • Sorta Board Names 2022 Leadership & Welcomes New Trustee

    The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) Board of Trustees has re-elected Kreg Keesee as its chair for 2022. The board elected Alyson Beridon to serve as vice chair. CINCINNATI – The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) Board of Trustees has re-elected Kreg Keesee as its chair for 2022. The board elected Alyson Beridon…

  • Metro’S ‘Rosa Parks Bus’ To Join Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day March

    In addition to participating in the annual march, Metro will continue to operate regular weekday schedules, in order to continue providing bus service to members of the community who need access to employment, health care and other appointments. CINCINNATI – Metro is proud once again this year to participate in the MLK Coalition’s annual Martin Luther…

  • Metro, Transit Union Sign New Contract Offering Higher Pay, Increased Benefits

    The new contract marks a critical step in recruiting drivers and ensuring improved service to the community. CINCINNATI – The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority and the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 627 have reached an agreement to approve a new, three-year contract. The new agreement will mean higher rates of pay and increased benefits for Metro’s…

  • Metro Procedures And Resources For Winter Weather Disruptions

    In the event of snow- and ice-related bus service disruptions, Metro has multiple resources at customers’ disposal to stay up-to-date on the status of their trip. CINCINNATI – As a round of winter weather moves through the Tri-State Thursday evening into Friday morning, Metro is reminding the public of various procedures and resources available in…