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Greater Dayton RTA

4 S. Main St.
Dayton, OH 45402
937.425.8300
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RTA operates 29 routes throughout the greater Dayton region. We provide conveniently located transit centers and Park-n-Ride lots, as well as more than 50 token and pass sales outlets. All RTA buses include bike racks and are wheelchair accessible.

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The project kicked off with the debut of RTA’s first two buses: Kettering and Trotwood.
The project is the culmination of a vision Greater Dayton RTA CEO Bob Ruzinsky had more than a year ago to honor the communities the agency serves, and how its buses can connect...
Oct. 12, 2021
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Greene CATS, Greater Dayton RTA and Miami County Transit will ensure area seniors and disabled persons have the transportation they need for life-essential appointments through...
Sept. 15, 2021
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He brings more than a decade of urban transportation experience to the authority.
April 5, 2021
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Bob Ruzinsky will fill the position effective April 1.
Feb. 3, 2021
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Riders can now pay for transit on their smartphones via the Transit app to tap and ride.
Feb. 2, 2021
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One of his greatest achievements was the rebuild of Dayton’s electric trolley system through infrastructure upgrades and the creation of the new NexGen dual-mode trolley bus.
Jan. 22, 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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Customers who have a smartphone and want to pay with cash can now purchase and load passes to their Tapp Pay account at T-CETRA retail locations across Dayton.
Nov. 20, 2020
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Bob Ruzinsky has been chosen to fill the role.
Sept. 24, 2019
The Greater Dayton RTA will join with other public transportation systems across the country to participate in National Get On Board Day on Thursday, April 25.
April 17, 2019

Videos

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The Kirwan Institute's next documentary "Free To Ride." Experience one community's struggle to gain access to jobs, education and opportunity.
Feb. 14, 2017

Articles

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Raymond Chan, Ph.D., Business Operations Manager, Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority
Raymond Chan, Ph.D., Business Operations Manager, Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority
Nov. 23, 2021
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Three screenshots showing Transit Royale features including a leaderboard, left, home screen, center and celebrity status, right.
The $24.99 per year option will be available in cities where Transit does not have an existing partnership with a transit agency and will roll out to partner agencies in 2022....
Aug. 19, 2021
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One of Greater Dayton RTA's NexGen buses at Sinclair College.
It did not take bending the laws of physics to bring a new generation of electric trolley buses into service, just belief in a plan and partners to deliver the vision.
Feb. 17, 2021
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Brandon Policicchio, Deputy Chief Operations Officer, Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA)
Sept. 6, 2016

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The Greater Dayton RTA is proud to announce that CEO Mark Donaghy has been selected to serve as the vice president of the Bus Coalition.
The Greater Dayton RTA is proud to announce that CEO Mark Donaghy has been selected to serve as the vice president of the Bus Coalition.
April 1, 2019
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No matter the time, day, or conditions, Greater Dayton RTA drivers are out on the roads daily, making sure thousands of customers get where they need to be.
No matter the time, day, or conditions, Greater Dayton RTA drivers are out on the roads daily, making sure thousands of customers get where they need to be.
March 14, 2019
The quick response of a Greater Dayton RTA driver helped police safely deliver four lost children back home after being alone in the streets of Dayton late at night.
Aug. 21, 2018
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The Greater Dayton RTA NexGen electric trolleys will be incorporated into the agency’s recent order of 26 of the new dual-mode, battery and electric-wire-powered buses.
The Greater Dayton RTA unveiled the design for its NexGen electric trolleys, an update which will be incorporated into the agency’s recent order of 26 of the new dual-mode, battery...
April 25, 2018
For their hard work, the RTA will celebrate its more than 400 transit drivers on Friday, March 16, as part of national “Transit Driver Appreciation Day.”
March 12, 2018
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The Greater Dayton RTA has announced the selection of Michael Roth as the agency’s new paratransit manager.
The Greater Dayton RTA has announced the selection of Michael Roth as the agency’s new paratransit manager.
Feb. 26, 2018
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RTA will reserve a seat for Rosa Parks in honor of black history month.
It all started with a bus. The Greater Dayton RTA will honor civil rights icon Rosa Parks by reserving a seat in her name at the front of every bus for a week as part of a celebration...
Feb. 20, 2018
The Greater Dayton RTA has announced the selection Roland Caldwell as the agency’s new director of transportation and Arthur “Skip” Dunkle as the new director of security safety...
Jan. 30, 2018
This Valentine’s Day, the Greater Dayton RTA will celebrate “Ohio Loves Transit Day” along with public transit agencies from across Ohio with free rides on all fixed routes for...
Jan. 29, 2018
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The Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority will be cruising the streets of Dayton with its best “holiday sweater” this winter to celebrate the season with its annual holiday...
Nov. 22, 2017
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The Greater Dayton RTA has announced Customer & Business Development Chief Brandon Policicchio has been selected as a member of the American Public Transportation Association’...
Nov. 8, 2017
For the fourth year in a row the Greater Dayton RTA has been awarded the Auditor of the State Award for its exemplary financial reporting in accordance with statewide principles...
Oct. 20, 2017
Moovit has chosen Dayton and the Greater Dayton RTA as the 1,500th city in the world where transit riders can use the Moovit app to connect to local public transit.
Aug. 23, 2017
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Sinclair College RTA pass.
The Greater Dayton RTA will begin offering a new semester-long pass exclusively for students, faculty and staff at Sinclair College starting this fall thanks to a new partnership...
July 31, 2017
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The Greater Dayton RTA has announced the promotion of Daron Brown to the position of director of maintenance.
July 26, 2017
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Dayton RTA Summer Reading.
The Greater Dayton RTA will give out free books to help Miami Valley children keep reading this summer at a public event Thursday, July 13, at RiverScape MetroPark. The event ...
July 11, 2017
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The Greater Dayton RTA is pleased to announce the promotion of Tim Harrington to the position of management information systems (MIS) manager.
June 30, 2017
The Greater Dayton RTA has announced that it is the transportation sponsor for the Vectren Dayton Air Show the weekend of June 24 and 25.
June 19, 2017
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The Greater Dayton RTA has announced the promotion of Chris Cole, current chief maintenance officer, to the newly-created role of chief operating officer.
June 14, 2017
The Greater Dayton RTA has announced a first-of-its-kind partnership in Ohio between public transit and rideshare services in a new program, RTA Connect.
May 31, 2017
To kick off the fourth year of RTA distributing books to children across the Greater Dayton area, RTA be offering a Read on RTA Free Ride Day on Friday, June 2 for any RTA riders...
May 29, 2017
The Greater Dayton RTA has announced it will once again offer a special travel deal for teens over the summer.
May 22, 2017
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Free to Ride movie poster.
The feature-length documentary “Free To Ride,” which tells the story of the years-long disagreement between the Greater Dayton RTA and the city of Beavercreek to expand public...
Feb. 14, 2017
Funds collected through Dayton RTA’s “Pay What You Want” fare promotion from Jan. 13- Jan. 31 garnered a more than $15,000 donation for The Foodbank Dayton. This donation will...
Feb. 2, 2017
A state mediator will be setting a new date to resume negotiations between the Greater Dayton RTA and Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1385 for a successor contract.
Jan. 11, 2017
Bus drivers and mechanics of the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1385 have announced their intent to strike, effectively bringing public transportation in the Dayton region...
Dec. 29, 2016
The Greater Dayton RTA’s CEO Mark Donaghy held a press conference on Dec. 22, at 3:30 p.m. to discuss ongoing negotiations with the ATU Local 1385 union.
Dec. 27, 2016
On the first day that snow blanketed the Miami Valley, a holiday wish a decade in the making came true for a Greater Dayton RTA driver.
Dec. 20, 2016
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The Greater Dayton RTA has announced the selection of Nikol Miller as the agency’s new community relations manager.
Dec. 12, 2016
The power to track your next bus and plan your next trip is now available in the palm of your hand thanks to RTA’s new RideTime products.
Dec. 6, 2016
Santa Claus is coming to town on the Greater Dayton RTA’s holiday bus, and riders are able to track his progress with RTA RideTime.
Nov. 22, 2016
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Emergency first-responders will receive valuable hands-on training this Friday on how to rescue passengers in the event of an accident using retired RTA buses.
Sept. 28, 2016
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The Greater Dayton RTA has recently announced the promotion of Brandon Policicchio to chief customer and business development officer.
Sept. 26, 2016
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The Greater Dayton RTA has welcomed aboard Maintenance Project Manager Derrick Smith.
Sept. 21, 2016
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Julie Bonsall, RTA workplace wellbeing supervisor.
The Greater Dayton RTA was recently recognized as one of Dayton’s healthiest employers by the Dayton Business Journal. This is the second consecutive year RTA has received this...
Sept. 14, 2016
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The Greater Dayton RTA recently bid farewell to Director of Planning & Marketing Frank Ecklar, who retired after 32 exemplary years of service in the public transportation industry...
Sept. 9, 2016
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The Dayton Greater Dayton RTA was pleased to announce that Deputy Chief Operations Officer Brandon Policicchio has been named to Mass Transit magazine’s Top 40 Under 40 list for...
Sept. 9, 2016
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Safety is everyone’s business, and the RTA along with community partners has announced that it will promote personal safety through “Play It Safe” day on Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. ...
Aug. 10, 2016
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Children will be improving their reading skills by reading aloud to certified pet therapy animals that are part of the DOGTORs program.
The agency’s Read on RTA program will encourage its smallest customers to hone their skills by reading to animals as part of a special partnership with DOGTORS.
July 15, 2016
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Dayton RTA’s CEO Mark Donaghy welcomes Ohio Dept. of Transportation Director Wray for visit.
July 12, 2016
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Planning and marketing staffers show off the number of visitors who stopped by to sign the “Try Transit” pledge.
On June 22, visitors to the “RTA Experience” got a sneak peek into the future and previewed the technology upgrades that will make using transit easier in Dayton.
June 23, 2016
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Greater Dayton RTA will now offer full-service bike repair via its new Wright Stop Bike Shop downtown.
Greater Dayton RTA will now offer full-service bike repair via its new Wright Stop Bike Shop downtown. The agency will host an Open House on Monday, June 13, at 10:30 a.m. to ...
June 13, 2016
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The Greater Dayton RTA’s new summer passport is just the ticket for area teens to get where they want to go this summer. The pilot program will provide unlimited travel option...
May 23, 2016
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Patrice Gentry has been promoted to transportation training supervisor.
The Greater Dayton RTA is pleased to announce the promotion of Patrice Gentry to Transportation Training Supervisor, and welcomes Tim Harrington as IT Project manager.
April 8, 2016
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The Greater Dayton RTA will soon be one of the first transit agencies in the nation to have a “live look in” to the activities inside and outside any bus.
March 28, 2016
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The Greater Dayton RTA has partnered with the Combined Health District of Montgomery County to encourage no smoking at the agency’s bus stops throughout the Dayton region.
Feb. 24, 2016
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The Greater Dayton RTA will honor the work of Director of Government and Community Relations Anthony Whitmore as he retires from the Greater Dayton RTA on Thursday, Feb. 4. He...
Feb. 1, 2016
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The Greater Dayton RTA is pleased to announce the promotion of Mark Benefiel to the newly created position of quality assurance & administrative specialist in the maintenance department.
The Greater Dayton RTA is pleased to announce the promotion of Mark Benefiel to the newly created position of quality assurance & administrative specialist in the maintenance ...
Jan. 27, 2016
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RTA Winter Weather Preparation and Response Plan is detailed and comprehensive.
Just like the post office, neither snow nor rain nor cold nor gloom of night stays our buses from their appointed routes. When severe weather strikes, the Greater Dayton RTA is...
Jan. 21, 2016
Participants in the Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration are invited to ride free aboard RTA regular fixed routes as well as through Project Mobility services from 9 a.m. to...
Jan. 12, 2016
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RTA employees and their families will board and ride the special bus for its debut appearance during the Dayton Holiday Festival and Children’s Parade Nov. 27.
Dayton RTA will demonstrate its holiday spirit again this year by putting a holiday- themed bus into service throughout the month of December. The design and décor is a collaborative...
Nov. 25, 2015
As a way to say “thank you” to the Miami Valley, the Greater Dayton RTA will be providing free rides on all of our buses Thanksgiving Day from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. These free rides...
Nov. 20, 2015
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The Greater Dayton RTA is pleased to extend the same first-class service it offers to passengers every day to worldwide heads of state during the November 18-21 Dayton Peace Accords...
Nov. 16, 2015
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All rides for active United States military members and veterans will be free on Wednesday, November 11, as the Greater Dayton RTA honors those who have served our country. This...
Nov. 6, 2015
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Dayton bus drivers will wear their costumes on their routes Oct. 30, as part of the agency's costume contest.
Don’t be surprised when you board an RTA bus Oct. 30, to find a zombie driving. Or a Minion. Or a pirate. Or even a vampire. Greater Dayton RTA bus drivers will be competing in...
Oct. 27, 2015
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A shopper takes advantage of The Market opening to select fresh mushrooms.
The Greater Dayton RTA hosted a grand opening for The Market at Wright Stop Plaza, a fresh fruit and vegetable farmer’s market in the concourse of the agency’s main hub. The Market...
Oct. 22, 2015
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Home Depot, Meijer, Sinclair, his church – Gotschall finds a route to arrive safely everywhere he travels.
Ray Gottschall’s experienced most of his life looking through a bus window. It all started with three pennies and a ride on a Greater Dayton RTA busHe’s seen many changes in routes...
Sept. 25, 2015
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Greater Dayton RTA Deputy Chief Maintenance Officer Chris Cole.
The Greater Dayton RTA is pleased to announce the promotion of Bob Stevens to manager of labor relations and the addition of Chris Cole as the new deputy chief maintenance officer...
Sept. 21, 2015
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Heffner holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in mass communications from Wright State University, where she graduated with honors in 2007. She resides with her family in Centerville.
The Greater Dayton RTA welcomed aboard Jessica Heffner as the company’s new marketing manager, effective Sept. 14.Heffner most recently worked as a reporter for News Center 7 ...
Sept. 17, 2015
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In his previous position as an operations supervisor, Nicely received the 2014 RTA Supervisor Safety Award.
The Greater Dayton RTA announced the recent promotions of Tony Nicely to security supervisor and Thomas Nichols to p.m. shift supervisor. Nicely is newly responsible for overseeing...
Aug. 31, 2015
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RTA has earned this award from the State of Ohio Auditor’s Office in 2010, 2011, 2013 and 2014.
The Greater Dayton RTA recently received the 2014 Auditor of State Award for exemplary financial reporting in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). ...
Aug. 12, 2015
The Greater Dayton RTA is again an active partner in Dayton’s summer-long effort aimed at encouraging children to read to help prevent “summer slide.” Read On RTA was initiated...
July 14, 2015
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Julie Bonsall, RTA employee wellness coordinator.
The Greater Dayton RTA was recently recognized as one of the Dayton, Ohio area’s healthiest employers by the Dayton Business Journal.Nominated organizations were asked to take...
July 2, 2015
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As head of the newly-formed department of performance management, Rhodes is in charge of managing, coordinating, and improving programs and projects that directly affect customers
The Greater Dayton RTA announced the recent promotion of Gene A. Rhodes to chief performance officer.Rhodes is a key leader at RTA. As head of the newly-formed department of performance...
March 20, 2015
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Barbara Brookshire is one of the key leaders in the newly-structured transportation department.
The Greater Dayton RTA announces the recent promotion of two employees:Barbara Brookshire – transportation manager, revenue service operations. She is one of the key leaders in...
Feb. 17, 2015
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Dubbed NexGen for Next Generation, the new bus can operate on or off RTA’s overhead electric system.
The Greater Dayton RTA rolled out the first of four prototype dual mode electric trolley vehicles on Jan. 5 at Wright Stop Plaza in Downtown Dayton. Dubbed NexGen for Next Generation...
Feb. 17, 2015
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Wellness Coordinator Julie Bonsall helped transformed the Greater Dayton RTA into one of Ohio's healthiest workplaces.
RTA’s step-by-step wellness program — headed up by full-time wellness coordinator Julie Bonsall — has been recognized for its healthy worksite practices and commitment to employee...
Feb. 3, 2015
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The Greater Dayton RTA's new dual power electric vehicle, which will be studied during a test period, then compared to other fleet units.
RTA rolls out the first of four prototype dual mode electric trolley vehicles on Route 8 on Monday, January 5, at Wright Stop Plaza in Downtown Dayton.
Jan. 2, 2015
RTA’s health initiative, HEARTA — Healthy Employees at RTA, lead the way to garner the Silver Level award.
Dec. 15, 2014
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Bill Ingram was named chief maintenance officer for the Greater Dayton RTA.
Greater Dayton RTA is pleased to announce the selection of Bill Ingram as the new chief maintenance officer for the regional authority.
Nov. 26, 2014
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The Greater Dayton RTA video, “Rack and Roll,” has been awarded a bronze Telly Award for outstanding achievement in the How-To/Instructional category.
Sept. 11, 2014
A study conducted by the Brookings Institution about how major metro public transportation systems connect residents to work places Dayton 27th among the 100 largest metro areas...
Sept. 11, 2014
Commuter Advertising Inc. was honored by the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce with the 2011 Soin Award for Innovation.
Sept. 11, 2014
Montgomery County Commissioners appointed Ohio Women’s Hall of Fame inductee, Sharon D. Howard, to the Greater Dayton RTA Board of Trustees.
Feb. 11, 2014
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Vince Corrado was appointed to the Greater Dayton RTA Board of Trustees.
Montgomery County Commissioners appointed longtime community leader and retired chairman and CEO of Shook Construction Vince Corrado to the Greater Dayton RTA Board of Trustees...
Jan. 27, 2014
The Transportation Security Administration has recognized the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority for achieving the highest rating of Gold Standard on the agency's most ...
July 9, 2013
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Mark Donaghy, executive director of Greater Dayton RTA, was honored with the 2013 Leonard Ronis Transit Person of the Year award at Ohio Public Transit’s annual state conference on June 13.
Mark Donaghy, executive director of Greater Dayton RTA, was honored with the 2013 Leonard Ronis Transit Person of the Year award at Ohio Public Transit’s annual state conference...
July 2, 2013
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John Seber was named chief maintenance officer of the Greater Dayton RTA.
Greater Dayton RTA announced the selection of John Seber as the new chief maintenance officer for the regional authority.
June 11, 2013
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Bob Ruzinsky has been named chief capital officer for the Greater Dayton RTA.
Greater Dayton RTA announced the selection of Robert Ruzinsky as the new chief capital officer for the regional authority.
June 11, 2013
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Greater Dayton RTA Executive Director Mark Donaghy.
Greater Dayton RTA Executive Director Mark Donaghy has been elected president of the American Bus Benchmarking Group (ABBG). Transit systems in thirteen U.S. cities came together...
Nov. 15, 2012
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RTA offers inside-out learning experiences for new and long-time customers through this program.
Aug. 6, 2012
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Whitmore looks at awards the same way, not really wanting much attention for a recent award from Wright State University as its 2012 International Student Advocate: “I’m humbled...
July 23, 2012
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Arranged through Wright State University’s International Visitors Leadership Program and the U.S. Department of State, Dayton was chosen mainly because of its unique transit system...
Jan. 23, 2012
Produced for RTA by DH Productions, the 1 minute, 5 second video won an international bronze Telly Award earlier this year for outstanding achievement in the How-To/Instructional...
Sept. 30, 2011
The Auditor of State Award is presented to local governments and school districts upon the completion of a financial audit, according to the Auditor of State’s office. Those who...
Sept. 30, 2011