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

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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…

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