Category: SORTA News

  • Metro Operator Tests Positive For Covid-19

    Two-step cleaning process with EPA-rated disinfectants to kill coronavirus and shields are among preventive measures to keep customers and employees safe. CINCINNATI – Metro was notified that an operator has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual is quarantining at home. Due to HIPAA regulations, as well as respect for personal privacy, Metro is not naming…

  • Metro And Access To Offer Free Rides To Veterans On Veterans Day

    Ride Fare-Free on Metro and Access on Nov. 11 with a Military ID

  • Metro Employee Tests Positive For Covid-19

    Daily cleanings, specialized disinfectant that kills coronavirus and shields are among preventive measures to keep customers and employees safe CINCINNATI – Metro was notified that a member of the Metro operations team has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual is quarantining at home. Due to HIPAA regulations, as well as respect for personal privacy, Metro…

  • Metro Operator Tests Positive For Covid-19

    Daily cleanings, specialized disinfectant that kills coronavirus and shields are among preventive measures to keep customers and employees safe CINCINNATI – Metro was notified that an operator has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual is quarantining at home. Due to HIPAA regulations, as well as respect for personal privacy, Metro is not naming the employee.…

  • Metro To Hold Public Meeting For Fare Simplification Proposal

    Metro To Hold Public Meeting  For Fare Simplification Proposal

    Proposed changes would simplify complex fare structure CINCINNATI – Metro is holding a public meeting to receive comments from the community regarding a proposal to simplify its existing fare structure as part of the Reinventing Metro plan to make riding even easier. The public meeting will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020, between 3-8…

  • Metro Operator Tests Positive For Covid-19

    Metro Operator Tests Positive For Covid-19

    Daily cleanings, specialized disinfectant that kills coronavirus and shields are among preventive measures to keep customers and employees safe CINCINNATI – Metro was notified that an operator has tested positive for COVID-19. The individual is quarantining at home. Due to HIPAA regulations, as well as respect for personal privacy, Metro is not naming the employee.…

  • Statement On The Passing Of Cpl. Adam Mcmillan

    Statement On The Passing Of Cpl. Adam Mcmillan

    SORTA extends our deepest sympathies and condolences to the family and friends of Cpl. Adam McMillan and to his colleagues at the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. Kreg Keesee, SORTA Board Chair, and Darryl Haley, CEO & GM, SORTA On behalf of the entire board and staff of the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority, we offer…

  • Metro To Distribute Free Masks This Week At Its Two Busiest Transit Centers

    Customers at Government Square and Northside Transit Center to get a free reusable mask to wear on the bus CINCINNATI – Metro will once again distribute masks free to any customer who needs one at the following times this week: •Wednesday, Oct. 21: 3:30to 5:00 p.m. on Government Square•Thursday, Oct. 22: 2:00to 3:30 p.m. at…

  • Metro’S New Northside Transit Center Provides Improved Connections & Rider Amenities

    Metro’S New Northside Transit Center Provides Improved Connections & Rider Amenities

    Community leaders help celebrate grand opening CINCINNATI – Better connections to jobs and entertainment; enhanced customer amenities; and a new Park & Ride were all things to celebrate during the grand opening of Metro’s new Northside Transit Center today. The Northside neighborhood is the second-highest transfer location in Metro’s system, second only to downtown’s Government Square. The…

  • Metro Fall Service Changes Coming October 4

    Metro’s fall service changes will go into effect Sunday, October 4, 2020. CINCINNATI – Metro’s fall service changes will go into effect Sunday, October 4, 2020. The following routes will have minor running time adjustments and route modifications that reflect the implementation of the final phase of Metro’s FAStops project, which aimed to shorten trip…