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KCATA has issued a public notice regarding the proposed financing of the Promise Place transit-oriented housing development.

KCMO Councilman Johnathan Duncan joins the KCATA Board of Commissioners, supporting the future of public transportation in the region.

Eligible riders can now qualify for reduced bus fares through KCATA's partnership with the KCMO Health Department. Learn more.

KCATA has announced that it will open its East Village Transit Center this Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for riders to purchase passes prior to the end of the grace period.

KCATA and RideKC to Resume Bus Fares June 1. The new fare system includes fare capping, flexible payment options and reduced fare assistance program. Three public meetings are planned. 

Kansas City celebrates the streetcar riverfront extension opening May 18 at Berkley Riverfront with a community picnic and event.

KCATA has selected KL2 Connects, LLC, a firm headquartered in North Carolina, to lead the official search process for the agency’s next CEO.

Bus fares return to RideKC on June 1, 2026, with tap-to-pay, mobile passes, fare capping, and reduced fares for eligible riders.

KCATA named new board officers: Bridgette Williams as Chair, Chris Whiting Vice-Chair, Julie Lorenz Treasurer, and Eric Bunch Secretary.

 The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority Board of Commissioners has announced that they will not renew the contract of CEO Frank White III. White’s contract expires in January 2026.

Unified Government Transit and KCATA Announce 107 7th St. Will Connect with KC Streetcar on Plaza

KCATA urged voters to renew the 3/8-cent bus tax to avoid service cuts, route reductions, and transit job losses.