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     We see it on the news every week. Somebody disappears- maybe for a short time, maybe for a long time, maybe forever. Often, they are victims of human trafficking- modern day slavery of global proportions. RTA and other public transit agencies are committed to raising awareness of this problem, and joining in the fight to eliminate it.

     So what is human trafficking? Basically, it is modern day slavery- a crime and civil rights abuse that…

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Introduction
TOD in Practice

Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) and Santa Clara County Valley Transportation Authority (VTA): San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART): Dallas, TX
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Cold Weather- Keepin’ service alive!

The best way to spend a polar vortex day is snuggled up under the covers in your warm house. But not everyone has the luxury of having their business close for the day, working from home, or calling in for a personal day. The mechanics, hostlers, operators, and other district staff still report to work, no matter the weather, in order to keep RTA operations up and running.

So who are these stellar employees?

Bus District Hostlers…

METRO Regional Transit Authority (METRO RTA) and Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) have recently announced their collaboration for a new bus service that connects Summit County with GCRTA’s Southgate Transit Center. Premiered on June 5, 2023, the #31 and #32 fixed-route bus services provide a seamless connection to various places in Summit County and create new opportunities for regional mobility. Regional Mobility is important for economic growth, social interaction, and…

In an era driven by technological advancements, public transportation is evolving to meet the needs of modern commuters. Navigating public transportation can often be a daunting and time-consuming task. However, the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) is changing the game with its revolutionary technological advancements.

From a user-friendly Transit app to mobile-based ticketing,validators, trip planning, and the future possibility of fare capping, GCRTA is…

Are you a retired GCRTA employee? If so, you may be interested in learning about the benefits of rejoining the workforce. Returning to work as a GCRTA retiree has numerous benefits that can enhance your life in various ways.

First and foremost, the special rehire rate of $27.14 per hour offers increased income opportunities. There are also options for re-employment, such as weekends and one weekday, part-time and full-time options for re-employment, providing you with more financial…

For many Ohioans COVID-19 has been crippling. For the past year, we have all been quarantining, masking up and social distancing. However, there is a light at the end of the tunnel! With three vaccinations now available, GCRTA wants to help get you to your appointment. To check your eligibility and register for your shot, visit the Ohio Department…

If you've looked at our online schedules since the announcement of our temporary service reduction (taking effect April 12), you may have noticed a small difference in how they look. No, I'm not talking about the overall reduction in the number of trips available -- that's obvious.

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There is always something happening in Cleveland, especially during the holiday season! There are opportunities for holiday fun everywhere, especially by participating in one of the many runs throughout the city or simply strolling through downtown to check out the holiday decorations. Some of the best displays are on Public Square, including the iconic Christmas Story holiday display in the JACK Casino windows. Don’t forget about…

In preparation for the bus system redesign, NEXT GEN RTA, our Sign Shop has been busy at work printing and placing new bus stop signs. So we don’t confuse customers with this new information that won’t be accurate until June, the signs will look just a little different.

Bus stop signs that have been replaced along a route for NEXT GEN RTA will just look like the current bus stop signs, but with a blue bar over all the text. There will be no specific current route information posted at…