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KCATA to Celebrate Juneteenth at 18th & Vine Cultural District
Kansas City, Mo. (June 18, 2025) - This weekend, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) will join the Juneteenth celebration in the historic 18th & Vine Cultural District to honor freedom, resilience and community. Attendees can stop by the KCATA bus at the corner of 18th and Paseo to learn about current transit services, upcoming improvements, and the agency’s ongoing commitment to equity in mobility.
KCATA Installs New Graffiti-Resistant Shelters
(Kansas City, Mo., May 27, 2025) – On Thursday, May 29, 2025, at 10 a.m. the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) will install its newest graffiti-resistant bus shelter on Prospect at 75th St. This stop is connected to the 75th & Prospect MAX Transit Center at Alphapointe. A total of 10 shelters have arrived, with 20 more on order.
U.S. Rep. Sharice Davids (KS-03) Hosts FIFA World Cup Briefing with Transit Agencies from Across the Country
Today, Representative Sharice Davids, founder and co-chair of the bipartisan Congressional FIFA World Cup 2026 Caucus, hosted a Capitol Hill briefing with transit agencies from across the country to highlight the critical role transportation will play in ensuring the success of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
3 p.m. Media Update on IRIS RideShare Service will NOT be Suspended at Midnight
(Kansas City, Mo., April 30, 2025) - KCATA has received notice this afternoon that the city of Kansas City, Mo., will continue to fund the IRIS program. Service will not be discontinued at midnight as previously announced.
More details will be shared when they are available.
KCATA & Adopt-A-Stop Partners Team Up for Earth Day
(Kansas City, Mo., April 17, 2025) – On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and several Adopt-A-Stop partners will hit the streets to pick up litter at designated bus stops in honor of Earth Day. Adopt-A-Stop is KCATA’s volunteer program to help reduce and prevent littering. KCATA executives, bus drivers and other staff will be on site lending a hand alongside Adopt-a-Stop Partners. Spokespersons will be available at each location.
KCATA To Host 2nd State of the KCATA Event at Children’s Mercy Park: Transportation, Area Development & World Cup Discussed
(Kansas City, Mo., March 10, 2025) – On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority will host KCATA’s second State of the KCATA Community Report. It is the goal of the KCATA to share with stakeholders the vision for public transportation in the region and highlight successes and challenges. KCATA is pleased to announce that the 2025 event will be held in Kansas at Children’s Mercy Park from 3-5:30 p.m. at 1 Sporting Way, Kansas City, KS 66111.
KCATA Announces Public Meeting Dates To Discuss Service Changes
(Kansas City, Mo., March 10, 2025) – The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) will host two public meetings this week to discuss potential service changes. One will be in person; the other will be virtual.
RideKC Prepares for Winter Forecast, Encourages Riders to Plan Ahead
(Kansas City, Mo., Jan. 3, 2025) – RideKC transportation throughout the region is planning for another round of snow and wants transit customers to be aware of possible service interruptions. Winter weather is expected Tuesday-Wednesday, with impacts of snow accumulation and plowing at bus stops. The safety of our operators and customers will drive decisions throughout this winter event. Customers should check frequently for the status of transit service as it may change.
Sean Duffy Confirmed as Secretary of Transportation
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) congratulates Sean Duffy, who was confirmed on Jan. 28 as the 20th secretary of the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT).
RideKC Prepares for Winter Forecast, Encourages Riders to Plan Ahead
(Kansas City, Mo., Jan. 3, 2025) – RideKC transportation throughout the region is planning for winter weather and wants transit customers and the public to be aware of possible service interruptions. Winter weather is expected Saturday–Monday, with impacts possibly lasting into next week. The safety of our operators and customers will drive decisions throughout this winter event. Customers should check frequently for the status of transit service as it may change.
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority Request For Qualifications (RFQ) G24- 6002-08A
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority
Request For Qualifications (RFQ) G24- 6002-08A
Scope of Work For: Architectural, Concept Design & Planning Services for 3827 and 3829 Troost Avenue and Associated Sites
Response Due: November 20, 2024
The KCATA Wants to Hear Your Story
At KCATA, we’ve always known public transportation is bigger than the bus. In our view, as the region’s largest public transportation system, transportation has the power of transformation — in more ways than one.
In an effort to highlight that transformation, we're creating a video featuring our most important customer...you!
KCATA Statement on Hurricanes Milton and Helene
On behalf of the 1,000 regional transit employees in the Kansas City metro area, our thoughts are with the people and communities impacted by hurricanes Milton and Helene. In challenging times like this, public transportation is crucial to providing essential mobility. We all stand united in efforts to support our transit brothers and sisters, who are going above and beyond for the people who depend on them the most.
Frank White, III
President & CEO
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority
Notice of Bond Sale
The KCATA has prepared a Notice of Bond Sale Form and an Official Bid Form.
DT Williams Rocks and Rolls Legacy Transit Career
When David Williams was first hired at the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) he probably had a pretty good idea it was going to be a career. After all, his grandfather, father and uncle collected over 120 years as streetcar and/or bus operators. And sure enough, despite pursuing his musical pursuits in between, DT has now been with KCATA nearly 30 years and still going strong. Rocking and rolling all day long. Check out this video profile of Instructor David Williams.