Who We Are

About KCATA

About Us

Overview

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority is a bi-state agency created by a compact between the States of Missouri and Kansas, and approved by the United States Congress. The compact was authorized by legislation passed in both states in 1965. The compact gives the KCATA responsibility for planning, construction, owning and operating passenger transportation systems and facilities within the seven-county Kansas City metropolitan area. The compact defines the KCATA district as the counties of Cass, Clay, Jackson and Platte in Missouri; and Johnson, Leavenworth and Wyandotte in Kansas. The Authority's jurisdiction is limited to these seven counties.

The KCATA operates RideKC bus service, MAX Bus Rapid Transit service, Flex demand-response routes, IRIS microtransit, RideKC Freedom paratransit service for the elderly and persons with disabilities, and RideKC Van vanpool service.

Mission & Vision

Learn how KCATA’s mission, vision, and core values guide safe, reliable, and convenient mobility across the Kansas City region.

Board of Commissioners

KCATA’s Board of Commissioners provides leadership and oversight for regional transit services and agency operations.

Working at KCATA

Healthy Culture

Civil Rights

We are committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of its services on the basis of race, color or national origin. Learn more about Title VI and civil rights programs.

Civil Rights and Title VI

Contact KCATA

For general information call 816-346-0200. Or visit our Customer Service and Media Relations sections for your more specific needs.

Contact Form

Doing Business with KCATA

The KCATA Procurement Department is committed to providing the best product at the most economical price, while matching the right vendor with the specifications required by the KCATA user.

Funding

KCATA's budget is funded by revenue from the farebox, and the help of Local, State, and Federal Governments.

Who We Are

The KCATA strives to provide a safe, reliable and innovative system that grows to meet the changing transit needs of metropolitan Kansas City.

The Environment

A mass transit system is an effective way to help address the issues of environmental pollution. The KCATA is committed to being part of the solution.

Environmental Benefits of Public Transit

Working at KCATA

Are you interested in working for KCATA? If yes, then you've come to the right place. We offer opportunities for career advancement, a competitive benefits package and a great work atmosphere.