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NewsJanuary 4, 2022

Transdev, COTA Launch New Partnership

Transdev is now overseeing COTA’s Mainstream Paratransit and Mainstream On-Demand services

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NewsOctober 28, 2021

COTA Teams with Masabi, Transit App for New Fare System

The goal of the new system is to reduce barriers to transit access through fare affordability, increased access via retail options for purchasing and adding funds, and a seamless payment experience with the Transit app and COTA smart cards.

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NewsOctober 7, 2021

COTA Adds First Electric Buses to Fixed-Route Fleet

The two electric transit vehicles from New Flyer are COTA’s introduction of electric vehicles into the Columbus Region’s transit operations.

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NewsSeptember 29, 2021

COTA Board Approves New Equitable Fare Policy

The goal of the new policy is to reduce barriers to transit access through fare affordability while creating a more seamless payment experience for customers.

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NewsSeptember 29, 2021

TARTA Names Koprowski as Its New CEO

The announcement comes after the news that current CEO Kimberly Dunham will transition to a new transportation leadership role in another city.

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NewsAugust 3, 2021

COTA Breaks Ground on McKinley Modernization Project

The project provides a more sustainable fleet while offering workforce training for the community.

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NewsMay 17, 2021

COTA, Lyft Partner to Add In-App Transit Options

Lyft now shows riders upcoming departures for COTA’s fixed-route service, CoGo Bike Share, and shared rides.

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NewsMarch 12, 2021

COTA Gets Recognition for Cleaning, Sanitization Efforts

The agency earns Global Biorisk Advisory Council STAR accreditation for all seven of its facilities and its transit services, including fixed-route buses, paratransit, and on-demand services.

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NewsMarch 5, 2021

COTA, Ohio School District Partner on Student Transportation

The Central Ohio Transit Authority teams up with Columbus City Schools to provide 8,000 transit passes at no cost to students and their families.

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NewsFebruary 25, 2021

COTA Names First Chief Equity Officer

Monica Jones previously served as the associate dean of students and chief diversity officer for Marietta College.

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