News & Events
May
2026
KCATA and RideKC to Resume Bus Fares June 1
Kansas City, Mo. (May 21, 2026) — The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and RideKC will resume fare collection on regional bus service beginning June 1, 2026, after several years of zero-fare transit service.
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2026
ROLLING TO THE RIVER: KC STREETCAR RIVERFRONT EXTENSION GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION DETAILS
KANSAS CITY (May 6, 2026): Ten years ago today, the downtown KC Streetcar route opened up for passenger service. In less than two weeks, Kansas City will open the second extension of the streetcar system with the connection to the riverfront. All are welcome to join at Berkley Riverfront on May 18 to commemorate the extension opening with a community-wide celebration and picnic.
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2026
Kansas City Area Transportation Authority Hires Firm for CEO Search
Kansas City, MO (March 25, 2026) — The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) has selected KL2 Connects, LLC, a firm headquartered in North Carolina, to lead the official search process for the agency’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
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2026
Bus Fares Return June 1, 2026
Public transit throughout the region will begin charging fares on June 1, 2026. This includes service provided by KCATA, Johnson County Transit and Unified Government…
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2026
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority Announces New Officers For 2026; Welcomes new members to the Board of Commissioners
Kansas City, Mo. (February 12, 2026) — The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) announced a new officer slate and the appointment of new members to its 10-person Board of Commissioners.
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2025
Unified Government Transit and KCATA Announce 107 7th St. Will Connect with KC Streetcar on Plaza
Kansas City, Mo. (Dec. 19, 2025) - The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Ks., in partnership with the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA), announce that the 107 7th St. route is extending to the new Plaza stop for convenient Streetcar connections.
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2025
KCATA Board Does Not Renew CEO Contract
Kansas City, Mo. (Dec. 19, 2025) - The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority Board of Commissioners has announced that they will not renew the contract…
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2025
KCATA Announces MovingKC Regional Mobility Summit: Building a Sustainable Future for Regional Mobility
Kansas City, Mo. (Sept.11, 2025) – The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA), in partnership with the Mid-America Regional Council (MARC), is organizing the inaugural MovingKC Regional Mobility Summit on October 3rd, 2025. This landmark event will convene regional leaders, elected officials, business stakeholders, and transportation advocates to explore new funding strategies that support a stronger, more unified regional transit system.
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2025
KCATA Board Approves KCMO Contract
Kansas City, Mo. (Aug.15, 2025) - The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the contract for service with the City of Kansas City, Mo., this morning in a special meeting.
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2025
Unified Government Transit and KCATA Announce 7th & Minnesota Transit Center Groundbreaking
Kansas City, Mo. (Aug.6, 2025) - The Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Ks., in partnership with the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA), announce a groundbreaking at its 7th & Minnesota Transit Center at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 15, 2025.
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