RTA e-news
March 1, 2006
Item 1

RTA discusses fare increase
Because of rising diesel fuel prices, RTA officials are discussing the possibility of a fare increase -- the first in 13 years. Press releasePlain Dealer story and editorial

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Item 2

Listen to RTA CEO on WCPN
RTA CEO and General Manager Joe Calabrese recently spoke to WCPN, 90.3 FM, about local and national transit issues, including declining revenues, ridership, fuel prices and other challenges. Listen to the interview

Item 3

Ride RTA on St. Patrick's Day
RTA is offering extra service all day on Friday, March 17, St. Patrick's Day. If you are planning to come downtown for the parade, consider making RTA part of your trip. Tips on riding RTA, St. Patrick's Day information

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Item 4

Columbus ridership up despite fare increase
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) recently increased its fare, but ridership is still growing in Ohio's capital city. Click here for full story

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