Seeking new members

RTA is seeking service-oriented persons who ride transit regularly to fill vacancies on the all-volunteer Citizens Advisory Board (CAB). Read the information below to learn more about the CAB. If you are interested, print out the application, and mail it to RTA.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Citizens Advisory Board (CAB) is to serve the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (RTA) Board of Trustees, management, staff, users and general public in a proactive role as the pulse of the community in the promotion and provision of high-quality transportation programs and services.

General Information

The purpose of the CAB is to:

• make recommendations to the Board of Trustees on matters, i.e., fare changes, Long-Range Plan updates, and major or new projects. The CAB will also provide comments on service changes.
• review, monitor and recommend service and program improvements or expansion projects to RTA, and
• strengthen relations within the transit communities through the development and implementation of public relations campaigns, programs and events.

CAB Focus Areas:

• Ease of Use. Make RTA easier to use for all riders. Participate in implementation of projects for improved transit waiting environments.
• Safety and Security. Ensure that RTA is a safe and secure system.
• Advocacy and Partnerships. Advocate and partner with organizations to increase transit funding and promote public transit use.

If you have questions, contact the Marketing Department at 216-566-5251. For the hearing impaired, the TDD number is 216-781-4271.