Category: SORTA News

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,…

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…

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…

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…

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…

In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, both of which fall this year on Saturday, all Metro buses and Access service will operate on the upcoming holiday weekends as follows. CINCINNATI – In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays, both of which fall this year on Saturday, all Metro buses and…

If it shows up on your route, that trip’s on us! CINCINNATI – Metro is getting dressed up for the holidays! As part of our efforts to spread holiday cheer this year, we’ve decorated the interiors of two Metro buses that will circulate each day along multiple routes throughout Hamilton County, leading up to the…

In addition to spearheading this year’s launch of the agency’s long-range service improvement plan, Reinventing Metro, Mr. Shammout also developed the transit authority’s five-year, comprehensive strategic plan. CINCINNATI – Metro is pleased to announce that Khaled Shammout has been promoted to Chief Strategic Planning and Innovation Officer, effective immediately. Mr. Shammout joined Cincinnati Metro in 2018…

Two events are planned for Saturday, Dec. 4 and Saturday, Dec. 11. CINCINNATI – Metro is pleased to have multiple opportunities this holiday season to “Stuff the Bus” and deliver toys and other items to local children in need. “At the heart of Metro’s mission is to improve the lives of people living in Hamilton…

The virtual sessions will provide information and gather feedback on Metro’s commitment to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and providing fair and equitable access to public transit. CINCINNATI – Metro will hold a series of virtual public meetings to share information and gather input on how we can continue to meet our…