Category: SORTA News

Those looking to give commuting by bike a try will have the perfect opportunity on Friday, May 20, when transit systems around the Cincinnati region partner to offer free fare for those busing with their bike. CINCINNATI – The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is pleased to announce Larry Pinkelton will join its executive…

In the role, Mr. Bailey manages the delivery of fixed-route services to the community and oversees all operators; service delivery and quality; supervision; dispatching; and support and operations at Metro’s transit facilities and passenger hubs. CINCINNATI – Metro was thrilled last week to hold its first annual Golden Bus Awards banquet, in recognition of outstanding…

Mr. Pinkelton will be responsible for overseeing the transit agency’s $146.6 million operating budget, capital program, financial reporting, treasury management activities and investments. CINCINNATI – The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) Board of Trustees welcomed two new members during its Tuesday evening meeting. Mr. Trenton Emeneker will represent Butler County on the board, and Ms.…

Finalists for this year’s Golden Bus Awards were selected from the year’s monthly Silver Wheel Awards, which give managers the chance to recognize their employees from each of Metro’s six divisions for outstanding achievement. CINCINNATI – Metro will no longer require customers or operators to wear facial coverings while onboard fixed-route or Access paratransit vehicles…

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) Board of Trustees welcomed two new members during its Tuesday evening meeting. Mr. Trenton Emeneker will represent Butler County on the board, and Ms. Krista Lewis will represent Warren County. CINCINNATI – What’s better than Reds Opening Day? Not having to drive home afterward! In celebration of the…

The decision adheres to the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) announcement Monday that it would no longer enforce the requirement on airplanes or public transit. CINCINNATI – The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is excited to begin accepting applications next month for the second annual round of Transit Infrastructure Fund (TIF) grants toward road, bridge,…

In celebration of the Cincinnati Reds’ 2022 home opener and the return of Major League Baseball – and to provide safe transportation to and from the festivities throughout the region – Metro is happy to offer all fixed-route and Access paratransit service fare-free on Tuesday, April 12. CINCINNATI – Metro provided more weekday trips on…

In last year’s inaugural round of grants, SORTA awarded $227 million – including $205 million over the next 25 years for the Western Hills Viaduct replacement – to 30 projects across 22 Hamilton County communities. CINCINNATI – The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) is excited to begin accepting applications next month for the second…

Metro provided more weekday trips on average throughout last week’s fare-free promotion than at any other time since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020. CINCINNATI – Metro provided more weekday trips on average throughout last week’s fare-free promotion than at any other time since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020. Additionally, weekend ridership…

The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) Board of Trustees at its March meeting Tuesday appointed three new members to the non-profit Everybody Rides Metro Board of Directors – Kelly Smith-Trondle, Sonja Taylor and Erik Thomas. CINCINNATI – The Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA) Board of Trustees at its March meeting Tuesday appointed three…