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Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA)

33 North High Street
Columbus, OH 43215
United States
614.228.1776
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COTA operates throughout Franklin County, and parts of Delaware, Fairfield, Licking and Union Counties.

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COTA bus drives down street in town center at night
The late night improvements represent one of the first tangible investments stemming from the voter-approved LinkUS initiative.
April 30, 2025
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COTA's new policy provides customers with no-cost transportation to established cooling and warming centers, libraries, recreation centers and other places of shelter when it is too hot or cold to be safely outdoors.
The new policy provides customers with no-cost transportation to established cooling and warming centers, libraries, recreation centers and other places of shelter when it is ...
Jan. 30, 2025
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ODOT awards $17.5 million in grants to support public workforce transportation in rural and urban areas of Ohio.
The funding is through the Ohio Workforce Mobility Partnership Program and will support 33 transit projects in 16 counties that increase the ease and efficiency of transporting...
Nov. 11, 2024
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Weithman will be responsible in helping to oversee COTA's transit operations, human resources and information, innovation and technology.
July 25, 2024
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COTA, Masabi make mobile tickets available in Google Wallet.
Riders will now be able to purchase tickets with COTA and have it automatically pushed directly to their Google Wallet for easy access.
July 10, 2024
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COTA Board of Trustees has approved the ability to place a transportation levy on 2024 ballet.
If approved, the levy will create a dedicated funding stream for expanded modernized public transit, hundreds of miles of sidewalks, bikeways and pathways throughout more than...
May 23, 2024
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APTA has revealed the winners of 2024 International Bus Roadeo.
Taking place during the 2024 Mobility Conference in Portland, Ore., this was the first time the event has taken place since the COVID-19 pandemic.
May 6, 2024
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COTA held a ribbon cutting ceremony on March 20 for the remodeled McKinley Avenue transit facility.
The $63 million project introduces expanded vehicle charging capabilities, improved maintenance and vehicle testing facilities, a new technologically advanced command center for...
March 22, 2024
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The awards will fund both a regional transit study focused on transporting workers to and from the city of Dublin, Ohio, and the new Intel development in Licking County, as well...
Feb. 22, 2024
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Joanna M. Pinkerton.
During her six-year tenure at COTA, Pinkerton helped lead the establishment of the LinkUS mobility initiative, kept service running during the COVID-19 pandemic and helped the...
Feb. 13, 2024

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Metro Transit TRIP Agents.
Metro Transit’s operating budget focuses on improving safety on its system while COTA’s operating and capital budgets focus on more frontline staff, increased service, improved...
Dec. 13, 2024
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Monica Tellez-Fowler has been appointed president and CEO of COTA effective May 6, 2024.
Tellez-Fowler currently serves as deputy CEO of the transit agency and will assume her new role on May 6.
March 14, 2024
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As of Sept. 1, 2022, Metrolink passengers with a California EBT card are eligible for a 50 percent discount on all Metrolink tickets and passes.
Updates regarding a partnership to provide overdose rescue kits, a discount program for low-income train riders and an app achieving compliance to deliver a more accessible rider...
Sept. 2, 2022
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The eight additional buses will bring COTA’s electric bus fleet up to 10 as it eyes being diesel-free by 2025.
May 4, 2022
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COTA will put its first two electric buses into service on Oct. 11 following extensive testing at the Transportation Research Center and the Ohio State University Center for Automotive Research.
The first two electric buses are part of a 10-bus pilot program with the additional eight electric buses to be delivered in 2022.
Oct. 7, 2021

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Nikki Brandon.
Brandon will lead the development, management and oversight of all personnel programs.
Feb. 6, 2024
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The agreement provides for wage increases in each year of the contract, enhanced insurance benefits for employees and their dependents, improved work-life balance and increased...
Feb. 1, 2024
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If the proposed contract is ratified by TWU members, the agreement will be presented to the COTA Board of Trustees for consideration and vote.
Jan. 22, 2024
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COTA will be celebrating 50 years of service throughout 2024.
Since its launch in 1974, the authority has grown from a small bus company to a multi-modal transit agency that serves 27 municipalities and 17 townships.
Jan. 12, 2024
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COTA has partnered with Magnusmode to provide better accessibility to all riders
COTA's new MagnusCard app uses audio and visual tutorials to help neurodiverse and neurotypical riders plan trips, pay fares, board buses and learn the COTA system from the inside...
Dec. 6, 2023
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A rendering of the outside of COTA's mobility center at Rickenbacker.
The mobility center is aimed at boosting economic development, education, child and family support, food and nutrition access and connecting central Ohio residents to job opportunities...
Oct. 5, 2023
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The vehicles, purchased off the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services contract, have been added to the company’s backlog in the second quarter of 2023.
As part of the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services contract, another 26 Xcelsior CHARGE NG zero-emissions buses were added to New Flyer's backlogs.
July 25, 2023
The partnership is through integration with Masabi within the Uber app and provides customers with access to a broad range of affordable and reliable public transportation options...
May 3, 2023
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Monica Tellez-Fowler.
Tellez-Fowler previously served as the deputy CEO/treasurer of C-TRAN and CFO of Trinity Metro.
March 23, 2023
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The Lumin-Air Transit MERV-13 equivalent filtration and UVC lighting system continuously cleans the air inside the transit vehicles, removing harmful particulates and infectious...
Jan. 25, 2023
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New Flyer's Xcelsior CHARGE NG.
This order follows COTA’s previous purchase of eight battery-electric Xcelsior CHARGE NG transit buses in May 2022.
Jan. 18, 2023
The board of trustees for the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) unanimously approved making the COTA Income Assistance Program a permanent benefit for qualifying customers...
Aug. 16, 2022
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Parity.org is an impact organization working to eliminate the racial and gender gap in corporate leadership.
Aug. 2, 2022
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The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) announced two experienced individuals have joined the team in leadership positions. Andy Biesterveld, P.E., has been promoted to chief...
June 28, 2022
The GO! Mobility Lab will rapidly test transit innovations, improve safety and the customer experience.
May 10, 2022
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The award recognizes COTA for strategic steps to improve equity, diversity and inclusion, including the creation of a division that provides accountability.
April 28, 2022
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The pilot will provide 50 percent discounts to customers who qualify.
March 3, 2022
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Beginning March 1, the program will add low-income customers to those who already are eligible for 50 percent discounted fixed-route fares through COTA’s new account-based fare...
Jan. 28, 2022
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The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) has hired two new people to fill the positions of chief of staff and community relations manager. Garth Weithman has been selected to...
Jan. 5, 2022
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COTA has introduced a new digital payment system, providing an equitable and simple solution that saves customers money.
Oct. 27, 2021
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The renovation will include expansive electric vehicle charging capabilities, easing the transition to diesel-free transit vehicles.
July 30, 2021
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The new website was designed to improve the experience for transit customers with mobile optimization for multimodal trip planning.
June 10, 2021
This new feature, along with Lyft rideshare options, provides customers with access to a broad range of affordable and reliable public transportation options from COTA.
May 14, 2021
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COTA became one of two transit agencies in the U.S. to earn GBAC STAR™ accreditation.
COTA is one of two transit agencies in the U.S. to become accredited in the facilities cleaning standard.
March 12, 2021
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CCS purchased 8,000 transit passes for all eighth grade and high school students through the Student Discount Pass Program, giving students access through the end of the semester...
March 5, 2021
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Jones will oversee the conception, design, implementation, growth and evaluation of the organization’s strategy surrounding equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Feb. 25, 2021
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COTA is one of eight Ohio transit agencies to be awarded state grants for clean vehicle bus replacements.
The nearly $10 million in funds will be used to replace 40 aging diesel buses at transit agencies throughout the state.
Jan. 14, 2021
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A COTA//PLUS vehicle.
COTA//Plus is an app-based service that operates either as a point-to-point rideshare or as a connection to or from a COTA transit line.
Nov. 25, 2020
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The program provides unlimited COTA transit access to enrolled workers and residents at no cost to them.
Nov. 17, 2020
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The association recognized the 13 honorees at its virtual TRANScend Conference on Oct. 21.
Oct. 22, 2020
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APTA evaluated COTA on successes such as its COTA//Plus on-demand service.
The award recognizes COTA for demonstrating excellence in providing mobility options for the Central Ohio region.
Sept. 1, 2020
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At each event, students will download STEM lessons to take home, watch a science demonstration and receive a free meal.
Aug. 12, 2020
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LinkUS will provide a consistent and equitable approach to implement transit and multi-modal transportation improvements.
The LinkUS Initiative will help address traffic congestion, provide new mobility options, expand access to resources and promote equity and economic vitality along key regional...
July 6, 2020
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COTA will begin using Aegis Mircrobe Shield on all transit vehicles thanks to a partnership with United Safety & Survivability Corporation.
May 29, 2020
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Customers use the COTA/Plus app to hail a vehicle.
This is the second COTA//Plus pilot launched by COTA in the past year and will provide transit access to customers experiencing a loss in fixed-route service in the area.
May 22, 2020
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COTA reported its highest ridership in 2019 since 1988.
The increase in ridership also included growth across several COTA services, including a full year of C-pass, the employer-paid transit program in downtown Columbus.
March 6, 2020
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COTA also saw increases in its CMAX BRT line, its C-pass program, AirConnect, COTA Mainstream and COTA Plus.
Feb. 20, 2020
Kimberly Sharp, Patrick Harris and Mallory Donaldson will be taking on new roles within the transit authority.
Nov. 5, 2019
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The app provides a cashless way for riders to pay for their fare.
Oct. 7, 2019
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Kumi Walker has been appointed to the board.
Sept. 27, 2019
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Sophia Mohr will fill the position.
Sept. 4, 2019
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) Board of Trustees has adopted its new five-year strategic plan, the Moving Every Life Forward COTA Strategic Plan 2019-2024, that will...
July 25, 2019
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The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) has launched its one-year pilot program COTA Plus, which is an on-demand microtransit service offering point-to-point service at an affordable...
July 17, 2019
The Central Ohio Transit Authority’s (COTA) headquarters in downtown Columbus will soon undergo construction for a new, innovative customer experience center to better serve customers...
July 9, 2019
The Central Ohio Transit Authority praised the Ohio House of Representative for passage of House Bill 62, the state transportation budget.
March 12, 2019
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The Central Ohio Transit Authority has announce that President/CEO Joanna Pinkerton, PE, has been appointed chair of DriveOhio’s Government Advisory Board.
The Central Ohio Transit Authority has announce that President/CEO Joanna Pinkerton, PE, has been appointed chair of DriveOhio’s Government Advisory Board.
March 5, 2019
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Sindy Mondesir.
Sindy Mondesir will lead her team in the development, management and oversight of all personnel programs at COTA.
March 4, 2019
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U.S. Rep. Joyce Beatty, the Central Ohio Transit Authority and The Ohio State University presented Ohio’s 14th Annual Statewide Tribute to Rosa Parks, “The Power of One,” on Monday, Dec. 3.
U.S. Rep. Joyce Beatty, the Central Ohio Transit Authority and The Ohio State University presented Ohio’s 14th Annual Statewide Tribute to Rosa Parks, “The Power of One,” on Monday...
Dec. 5, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority has announced that Glenn Taylor has been chosen as chief sustainability officer.
Nov. 30, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority announced that effective, Monday, Oct. 22, Charles Edwards has been promoted to the position of director of transportation.
Oct. 23, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority Board of Trustees approved a collective bargaining agreement between Transport Workers Union Local 208 and COTA at a special meeting on October...
Oct. 18, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority’s September Service Change takes effect on Mon., Sept. 3.
Aug. 30, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority received the Outstanding Public Transportation System Achievement Award, recognizing COTA as a “best of the best” operation among transit organization...
Aug. 16, 2018
On Saturday, July 21 the Central Ohio Transit Authority operators, vehicle maintenance team members and paratransit operators will display the skills it takes to work in public...
July 19, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority will provide expanded public transportation to Red, White & BOOM! on Tues., July 3 with express service from Park & Rides, local service and...
June 26, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority Zoo Bus is an easy way to travel between Downtown and the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium this summer.
May 25, 2018
On Monday, May 14, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty (OH-03) and Congressman Steve Stivers (OH-15) hosted a roundtable discussion about investing in central Ohio’s infrastructure.
May 15, 2018
This summer, the Central Ohio Transit Authority has announced it will offer unlimited rides to local youth for only $62 through the Summer Youth Pass program.
May 15, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority has announced that it has received a $400,000 alternative fuels vehicle conversion grant from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)...
May 5, 2018
Mobilize is a collaborative installation and community programming initiative located on a COTA bus stationed at Broad and High streets each day from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
April 23, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority welcomed the Ohio Public Transit Association 2018 Annual Conference to Columbus, from April 9-11, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center....
April 12, 2018
New Flyer of America Inc. has announced that the Central Ohio Transit Authority has awarded New Flyer a new contract for 154 Xcelsior compressed natural gas forty-foot, heavy-...
March 23, 2018
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Left to right: Sam Spofforth – executive director, Clean Fuels Ohio; Emmanuel Remy – council member, Columbus City Council; Emille Williams – interim president/CEO, Central Ohio Transit Authority; and Joe Lombardi – director of finance and management, city of Columbus.
The Central Ohio Transit Authority and the city of Columbus hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of their new compressed natural gas (CNG) fueling station.
March 12, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority Board of Trustees approved COTA’s participation in an innovative Downtown employee transit access program.
March 1, 2018
On Wed., Feb. 14, the Central Ohio Transit Authority is joining the Ohio Public Transit Association and transit agencies across the state to recognize Ohio Loves Transit Day, ...
Feb. 14, 2018
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COTA held a ribbon cutting, as well as other events, to celebrate the opening of CMAX, the first BRT line in central Ohio.
The Central Ohio Transit Authority hosted a ribbon cutting, ceremonial ride and panel discussion to celebrate the opening of CMAX.
Jan. 24, 2018
The Central Ohio Transit Authority provides free fares on all buses on all routes in the event the Franklin County Sheriff declares a Level 2 or Level 3 snow emergency.
Jan. 1, 2018
The purpose of the Caucus is to give a stronger voice to the over 1,100 bus transit systems across the country and highlight the need for adequate federal funding of bus transit...
Dec. 12, 2017
The Central Ohio Transit Authority, The Ohio State University and Rosa Parks Day Founder, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, present Ohio’s 13th Annual Statewide Tribute to Rosa Park...
Nov. 27, 2017
In honor of Veterans Day, the Central Ohio Transit Authority has invited all active and retired military personnel to ride COTA buses free of charge on Friday, Nov. 10.
Nov. 7, 2017
The Central Ohio Transit Authority has announced the appointment of Stefphanie Galloway as director of marketing.
Oct. 3, 2017
A recent financial audit of the Central Ohio Transit Authority by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report.
Aug. 31, 2017
The Central Ohio Transit Authority is saddened to learn of the passing of William J. Lhota on Thurs., August 10 after a battle with cancer. Lhota served as COTA’s president/CEO...
Aug. 14, 2017
The Central Ohio Transit Authority Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of Emille Williams, vice president of operations, to the position of interim president/CEO, ...
July 26, 2017
Having served 18 years at the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA), including the past five as president and CEO, W. Curtis Stitt has announced at Board of Trustees meeting that...
April 26, 2017
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The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) has announced the appointment of Laura Koprowski to the newly created position of vice president of government affairs and strategic ...
April 12, 2017
Bus service throughout the region will be enhanced when the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) launches a redesigned bus network on May 1.
April 5, 2017
The Central Ohio Transit Authority’s (COTA) January Service Change take effect on Mon., Jan. 2. To learn more about the changes, visit COTA.com/ServiceChanges.
Dec. 30, 2016
A recent financial audit of the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) by Auditor of State Dave Yost’s office has returned a clean audit report.
Sept. 29, 2016
Recently the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) hosted a groundbreaking celebration for their CMAX Cleveland Avenue Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line.
Aug. 8, 2016
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) Board of Trustees approved a resolution for a student pass program with Capital University.
July 28, 2016
Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) President/CEO Curtis Stitt today commended the City of Columbus for winning the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Smart City Challenge...
June 27, 2016
This Thursday, June 16, the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA), Columbus Young Professionals (CYP) Club, and car2go, will celebrate national Dump the Pump Day with “YPs Make...
June 16, 2016
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(pictured left to right): FTA Acting Administrator Carolyn Flowers; U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown; Greater Linden Development Corporation Executive Director donna Hicho; and COTA President/CEO W. Curtis Stitt.
On Wed., June 1, Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Acting Administrator Carolyn Flowers and U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown joined Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) President/CEO...
June 2, 2016
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The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) announces the appointment of Christina Wendell to the position of vice president of legal and government affairs/general counsel.
June 2, 2016
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The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) announced the appointment of Micheal Carroll to the position of director of information technology.
June 1, 2016
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The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) announces the appointment of Emille Williams to the position of vice president of operations.
May 20, 2016
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Cutting (pictured left to right): Brian Ross, Experience Columbus President & CEO; Yaromir Steiner, Steiner + Associates Founder and Chief Executive Officer, and Insight2050 Executive Committee Chair; W. Curtis Stitt, COTA President/CEO; Elaine Roberts, Columbus Regional Airport Authority President & CEO; Shannon Hardin, City of Columbus Council Member; and Mitchell Brown, City of Columbus.
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) and the Columbus Regional Airport Authority welcomed more than 100 elected officials, business and community leaders to an event celebrating...
May 5, 2016
During its monthly meeting on April 27, the Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) approved a resolution to place a levy on the November 8, 2016 general...
April 29, 2016
The Board of Trustees of the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) voted to extend free fares on the popular CBUS through April 30, 2017.
April 28, 2016
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The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) announces the appointment of Jack Sandidge to the position of vehicle maintenance manager, COTA Fields Operations Facility.
March 31, 2016
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Pictured left to right: Andre Peterson, COTA transportation services supervisor; Osman Mayo; Andrew Riley, COTA coach repair; and Jimmy Pugh, COTA vehicle maintenance supervisor.
On Friday, Mar. 18, employees from the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) surprised COTA passenger Osman Mayo, age 14, with a brand new bicycle.
March 24, 2016
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On March 18, the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) and Mayor Andrew Ginther welcomed more than 75 elected officials, business and community leaders to a celebration honoring...
March 21, 2016
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is pleased to announce that its popular CBUS circulator service received a 2015 EXPY Award at the Experience Columbus Annual Meeting ...
March 11, 2016
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is pleased to announce that its branding agency, Ologie, won Best in Show for the COTA We Move Us campaign at the 2015 Columbus American...
March 4, 2016
Two public comment meetings will take place regarding proposed COTA service adjustments that will be effective May 2.COTA makes improvements to its service three times a year ...
Jan. 18, 2016
The Central Ohio Transit Authority’s (COTA) January Service Change takes effect Jan. 4. COTA makes improvements to its service three times a year in January, May and September...
Jan. 4, 2016
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The 11th Annual Statewide Tribute to Rosa Parks panelists and hosts from left to right, Dr. Robert Lee Wright, Congressman John Conyers, Jr., Congresswoman Joyce Beatty and Curtis Stitt.
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA), The Ohio State University and Rosa Parks Day Founder, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, presented Ohio’s 11th Annual Statewide Tribute to ...
Dec. 7, 2015
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From left to right, Thea Walsh, D. Greg Scott, Lance Westcamp, Steve Venegas, Lynn Aspey and Curtis Stitt.
On Oct. 14, the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA), city of Groveport and village of Obetz welcomed more than 70 elected officials, business leaders and community members to...
Oct. 15, 2015