Publications

Explore CATA's publications featuring stories, news and resources about public transportation, community partnerships and the people and programs connecting our region.

CATA's 2026 Community Report Book

Community Report

Published annually, the CATA Community Report highlights the accomplishments, partnerships, and initiatives that shaped the past year. Read the report online or request a printed copy by calling 517-394-1100 or emailing marketing@cata.org. Please include your full name, mailing address, and phone number.

Latest Issue

In the 2026 Community Report, we highlight the milestones, partnerships and initiatives that shaped the past year. From celebrating the Rosa Parks Tribute Bus and welcoming CATA's first full-size battery-electric buses into service, to launching a redesigned, more accessible website, this report showcases CATA's continued commitment to innovation, accessibility and community engagement. Also included are testimonials from community partners sharing how CATA has made a difference, along with a personal message from our CEO, reaffirming our commitment to connecting people, strengthening communities and delivering safe, reliable transportation.

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Brad on the Bus

Since 2018, Brad on the Bus has entertained readers with lighthearted comic strips featuring CATA CEO Bradley T. Funkhouser and his humorous public transit adventures. Follow Brad as he navigates everyday situations with a transit twist through the Brad on the Bus social media channels and collected special editions.

Latest from Beyond the Bus

Discover stories, trip ideas, destination guides and behind-the-scenes features from CATA and the communities we serve.

CATA Rydz vehicle parked with a driver smiling at the camera

Community Report, Regional Mobility . Jun 29, 2026

Supporting the region's workforce, one Rydz at a time

Getting to work doesn’t always fit a 9-to-5 schedule. To help meet the needs of third-shift workers and others traveling outside…

Look ahead, look around, leave room, communicate

Community Report . Jun 30, 2026

Driving safety forward

Safety has always been a core value at CATA. To support a consistent approach to safe driving, all bus operators and service vehicle drivers are…

CATA One Logo features text that says One team, One Community, One CATA

Community Report, Dynamic Workplace . Jun 30, 2026

CATA One: One Team, One Community, One CATA

Launched in 2026, the employee-led initiative creates opportunities for employees to connect with one another, and the communities CATA serves.…

People boarding an RSVP van in a wrap funded by CATA

Community Partnership, Community Report . Jun 30, 2026

Extending the reach of transit

From accessible vehicles to travel training, the federal Section 5310 Program helps expand transportation options for seniors and individuals with…