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Lessons learned in one year at the helm
I took the reins as president and CEO of the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) in February of 2012 following 13 years in various positions that included general counsel and chief operating officer.
Union notifies COTA of intent to strike
Transport Workers Union, representing COTA bus drivers and vehicle/facilities maintenance employees, filed a 10-day notice this week of its intent to strike.
COTA receives TSA’s Gold Standard Award
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) has received the Gold Standard Award for Excellence in Security from the federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
COTA ridership: Biggest increase among big city transit agencies
Ridership increases on Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) buses led the nation in 2011 according to figures released Monday by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA).
Abandoned bikes end up under Christmas trees
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) recently donated 49 bikes back to the community that were left on buses over the past several months.
COTA sees ridership increase
An increasing number of people in the Columbus, OH area are using mass transit, according to the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA).
COTA offers free fares if snow emergency declared
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) in Columbus says it will provide free fares on all buses on all routes in the event a Level 2 or Level 3 snow emergency is declared.