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Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)

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Jacksonville, FL 32204
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The Jacksonville Transportation Authority, an independent state agency serving Duval County, has multi-modal responsibilities.

Press Releases

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JTA officials celebrate the launch of the Ride to Train pilot.
The pilot provides complimentary fixed route passes to students enrolled in registered technical, trade, vocational or apprenticeship programs in Florida’s Duval County.
July 7, 2025
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The ribbon cutting on the NAVI service.
NAVI service will initially use a customized fleet of 14 electric Ford e-Transit vehicles integrated with Oxa’s automated driving system.
June 30, 2025
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JTA CEO Nat Ford stands at a podium with the JTA logo on the front and a screen behind him that says autonomous vehicle 2025 conference
The event convened nearly 300 attendees to discuss the impact autonomous vehicles have on public transit.
June 24, 2025
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JTA hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for its AIC and the unveiling of the AV service name, NAVI, on April 17.
The AIC serves as the command center facility to store, service, monitor and maintain JTA’s autonomous vehicle service, NAVI.
April 18, 2025
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JTA's AV at FSCJ Cecil Center.
The Ultimate Urban Circulator project will work to expand access to transit and improve connectivity to key destinations in surrounding areas.
April 16, 2025
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Line of people stand outside apartment building cutting ribbon
The TOD features direct access to Kings Avenue Transit Hub and Skyway Station, connecting residents to BRT, bus and monorail services.
March 13, 2025
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
JTA Board Chair Debbie Buckland (left) and JTA CEO Nathaniel P. Ford Sr. (right)
The statewide procurement was established in partnership with the Florida Public Transportation Association.
Nov. 14, 2024
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The topping out ceremony signified the last structural beam being raised into place.
Jacksonville Transportation Authority's topping out ceremony recognizes placing the final structural beam into place.
Oct. 25, 2024
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JTA cooling bus.
The agency will provide life sustaining and medical trips based on the priorities of the Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board.
Oct. 1, 2024
HOLON
HOLON launches first production plant for autonomous movers in Jacksonville, Fla.
The approximately 500,000-square-foot facility is expected to be completed in 2026 and will be pivotal in advancing HOLON's mission to deliver inclusive, emission-free and sustainable...
Sept. 5, 2024

Podcasts

Jen Dakas
Infrastructure Technology Podcast Episode 7 graphic.
Infrastructure Technology Podcast
On episode seven of the ITP, Brandon interviews JTA CEO Nat Ford on the agency's NAVI AV program.

News

Brandon Lewis
Alberto Gonzalez (top left), Nat Ford (bottom left) and Eric Williams (right).
Personnel updates from around the public transit industry.
July 10, 2026
Tolar Manufacturing Company
Tolar Manufacturing Company has installed 12 new custom bus shelters and 12 custom UTC-branded totem signs in Jacksonville, Fla.
The shelters and totems are part of JTA’s program, the Ultimate Urban Circulator to introduce AVs into JTA’s transportation system.
May 26, 2026
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
A Jacksonville Transportation Authority premium Connexion Plus vehicle.
JTA is creating a new fare structure for its premium Connexion Plus service while VoTran is starting a new on-demand Uber-powered service.
Jan. 14, 2026
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The image displays an overhead view of a NAVI autonomous vehicle.
The pilot, which begins in February 2026, will reduce fares for fixed-route and paratransit services and make the NAVI pilot fare-free.
Dec. 15, 2025
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The image displays a group shot of the delegation with local leaders.
The meeting shared best practices from Jacksonville’s program launch as the agency celebrates a new autonomous vehicle production facility agreement.
Nov. 10, 2025
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HOLON and InLight company leaders shake hands after signing the partnership agreement.
The partnership aims to start U.S. production of the urban autonomous electric shuttle while providing economic growth for the region.
Oct. 29, 2025
Tolar Manufacturing Company
Tolar Manufacturing has installed 115 new Sunset bus shelters in Jacksonville, Fla., for the Jacksonville Transportation Authority.
The shelters are equipped with benches, trash receptacles and bike racks, as well as signage with real-time route information, safety improvements and public space improvements...
Oct. 27, 2025
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A Jacksonville Transportation Authority NAVI vehicle.
With the tap-and-ride contactless payment system, riders can pay with a credit or debit card or through mobile wallets such as Apple Pay and Google Pay.
Oct. 2, 2025
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Navya U2 C 2019 April 012 Credit Jta
The Ultimate Urban Circulator Industry Forum will provide industry leaders with the opportunity to learn more about the U2C and public-private partnership opportunities available...
Feb. 7, 2020

Articles

Brandon Lewis
Andrew Rodgers (left) and Thomas Hoskins (right).
Personnel updates from around the public transit industry.
March 14, 2025
Brandon Lewis
Hughey Newsome (top left); Julie Kirschbaum (bottom left); Victoria Baecher Wassmer (right). Not pictured: Max Glober and Donnie Horner III.
Personnel updates from around the public transit industry.
Feb. 21, 2025
North Carolina Department of Transportation
NCDOT Ferry System christened its two new ferries into Its fleet.
The agencies are working to expand and update their fleet of ferry transit vehicles.
Sept. 24, 2024
WMATA
WMATA's approximately five-and-a-half-acre property is a TOD opportunity to provide new housing, neighborhood-serving retail and improve connectivity adjacent to transit with regional accessibility.
Funding awards, RFQs and new contract authorizations are advancing local agencies’ efforts to bring affordable, convenient housing to nearby public transit.
Sept. 24, 2024
Beep
Rendering of the AIC facility.
The project, which includes partners Balfour Beatty Vision 2 Reality team and Beep, will construct a control center for the city’s electric and autonomous mobility system.
May 30, 2024
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JTA's AV at FSCJ Cecil Center.
The organizations are testing autonomous vehicles that are set to launch in downtown Jacksonville in 2025 to bring more mobility to the region.
Oct. 3, 2023
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
TSA Regional Security Director for Surface Operations Mary V. Leftridge Byrd, center, presents the TSA Gold Standard Award to JTA Chair Debbie Buckland, left, JTA CEO Nathaniel P. Ford at the JTA's March 30 board meeting.
TSA awarded four transit agencies with the award, which recognizes top scores in an annual review of transit security and emergency preparedness elements.
April 3, 2023
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
JTA received delivery of its eighth AV, a WAVE GEM AV from Perrone Robotics.
The WAEV GEM AV will be the eighth AV to enter JTA’s AV Test & Learn Program since 2017.
July 7, 2022
Phase 1 of the U2C project will bring autonomous vehicle service to the Bay Street Innovation Corridor in downtown Jacksonville.
March 2, 2022
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Officials cut the ribbon at a bus stop to mark the opening of JTA's First Coast Flyer Orange Line.
The 13-mile BRT route now brings JTA’s BRT system to 58 miles, which is the largest in the Southeast U.S.
Sept. 29, 2021

Additional content from Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA)

Anyone using JTA services will be able to access the Aira app for free and connect with a highly trained visual interpreter to get them to their destination with more independence...
July 11, 2024
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JTA has implemented a new fare policy for the MyJTA app and simplified access to no-cost fixed-route services for senior citizens.
Under the new policy, riders who purchase bus fare through the MyJTA mobile app will automatically receive a refund after they meet the fare equivalent of a daily, three-day, ...
May 2, 2024
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JTA receives StormReady certification from the National Weather Service.
JTA is the second Florida organization to receive the certification, which recognizes organizations that are proactive in supporting communities during major storms.
April 30, 2024
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JTA receives $6 million in community funding for service and facilities upgrades.
The funding will allow JTA to complete the University Boulevard Complete Streets project and enhance its Park-n-Ride facilities.
March 13, 2024
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JTA will begin a phased bus stop upgrade project to enhance 111 bus stops across northwest Jacksonville, Fla.
Throughout the JTA system, 111 bus stops will be impacted by the multi-phase bus stop transformation project.
March 4, 2024
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JTA has begun design and construction of MobilityWorks 2.0.
MobilityWorks 2.0 is a series of 17 projects, which include portions of the Emerald Trail, the purchase of a new ferry vessel, 10 complete street projects, bus stop and transit...
March 1, 2024
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JTA's St. Johns River Ferry returns to service following three week hiatus.
Upgrades made to the St. Johns River Ferry are a part of JTA’s MOVE2027 RegionalWorks strategy.
Feb. 27, 2024
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JTA, FSCJ launch AVs on FSCJ’s downtown campus.
The shuttles, operated by Beep and incorporating self-driving software from Oxa, will connect students, faculty and visitors across the segmented FSCJ Downtown Jacksonville campus...
Feb. 21, 2024
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JTA is on track to meet its budgeted number of full-time bus operators by February 2024.
JTA is on course to meet its budgeted headcount of 368 full-time bus operators by February.
Jan. 22, 2024
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JTA to suspend Saint Johns River Ferry service three weeks to support Phase V infrastructure upgrades and engine maintenance.
The upgrades include installing catwalk access and mooring bollards at Ft. George and comprehensive updates to warehouse equipment and systems, improved signage, the preservation...
Jan. 19, 2024
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JTA hosted its inaugural Regional Capital Infrastructure Summit.
The Regional Capital Infrastructure Summit brought together small businesses and prime contractors who were interested in working with the JTA.
Oct. 18, 2023
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Left to right: Raj Srinath, Kiet Dinh and Anthony Junco.
Raj Srinath becomes JTA's senior vice president - CFO, Kiet Dinh has been named vice president — automation and innovation and Anthony Junco has been appointed as JTA's public...
Sept. 29, 2023