Failing to address America’s $90 billion backlog of public transit modernization needs, also referred to as State of Good Repair, results in a loss of $340 billion in business revenue to the U.S. economy over a six-year period, according to an new APTA study.
The agency has saved approximately $10 million in fuel costs by transitioning to CNG since 2013.
While the basic requirements essentially remain the same, the changing face of public transportation’s role in communities is having an impact on transit boards when they are searching for a new leader.
Members of the agency's union distributed flyers Wednesday afternoon, warning riders about the "dangers" of commuting on driverless buses.
The station, built as a partnership between the two entities, is used to fuel City of Columbus vehicles. It is also open to the public and companies with CNG fleets.
Known as CPASS, the program was conceived by the Capital Crossroads Special Improvement District, in partnership with SID property owners, employers, the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission, and COTA.
The new leader of the transit agency likely will determine if COTA remains a bus company, implements light rail or takes advantage of its SmartColumbus connection.
Appointed to lead COTA on Feb. 1, 2012, Stitt oversaw the transformation of public transit in Central Ohio, including a downtown circulator, an airport shuttle, and a comprehensive redesign of the entire bus network.
Emille Williams, the agency's current VP, operations, will take over the position on Oct. 1 after the departure of current President/CEO W. Curtis Stitt.
The company provides management, administration, maintenance and call center operations for all paratransit services.
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