KCATA Welcomes Transit Board Members and Administrators to Annual Seminar in KC
Kansas City, Mo. (July 16, 2025) - The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) welcomes 150 transit board members and administrators from the U.S. and Canada to Kansas City July 19-22, 2025, for an annual seminar hosted by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA).
Transit board members and board administrators come together for peer exchange and professional development on board governance and policymaking for public transportation agencies. Transit Board Members Seminar topics include national and regional transit advocacy, funding and financing, safety and security, procurement practices, and building constructive Board relations. The Transit Board Administrators Seminar will cover topics such as transit board member onboarding, good practices in board management and building resiliency as an administrator.
Featured speakers include U.S. Representatives Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO) and Sharice Davids (D-KS). From Kansas City attendees will hear from Reinhard Mabry, CEO of Alphapointe, Bethanie Wolverton with CBIZ, Inc., and from KCATA, Board Chair Reginald Townsend, CEO Frank White, III, TOD Director Michael Riley and Executive Assistant Janet Leverich.
“We are thrilled to welcome transit leaders from across the country to explore innovation, collaboration, best practices and strategies that shape the future of public transportation,” said Reginald Townsend, KCATA Board Chair.
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About KCATA: Congress established the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) in 1966, granting jurisdiction over a region spanning two states, seven counties and over 100 cities. KCATA utilizes its authority to enhance public transportation accessibility and broaden service options. This is achieved through a range of transportation services and the development of transit-oriented community development facility projects. The authority operates under the public-facing brand RideKC. In 2022, KCATA earned recognition as North America's top mid-sized transit agency. For more information, visit the KCATA website at kcata.org. To find the nearest stop and join the journey, visit ridekc.org.
Contact:
Cindy Baker, Senior Director Marketing & Communications
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