KCATA Vice-Chair Jason Sims Joins KC2026 Team

 (Kansas City, Mo., July 25, 2024) – The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) congratulates Jason Sims, KCATA Board vice-chair, on his selection as Director of Transportation for KC2026. KC2026 Press-Release With more than 23 years of experience in the transportation industry, Sims is an established and respected leader in traffic management operations, safety, congestion mitigation and system development. Sims is credited with providing the operational vision for and led the development of the Kansas City Scout Traffic Management Center, which has served the bi-state region of Kansas City since 2003. Sims was appointed to the KCATA Board of Commissioners January 27, 2022, representing Wyandotte County, Kans. He will continue to serve in his Vice-Chair capacity.

“It is truly an honor to serve in this role for KC2026, and I am looking forward to contributing to a world-class regional transportation experience for the World Cup,” said Sims.

“Commissioner Sims has been a steadfast leader on the KCATA Board of Commissioners,” said Frank White, III, KCATA CEO. “His expertise, leadership and critical thinking will be a true asset to the KC2026 team. We are grateful for his service on our board.”

About KCATA

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is managed by a 10-member Board of Commissioners representing seven counties in Missouri and Kansas. It is chaired by Reginald Townsend. KCATA strives to provide a safe, reliable and innovative transportation system that meets the changing needs of metropolitan Kansas City. In addition to providing high quality transit services, KCATA is an employer as well as a partner of business and other community organizations. For more information about KCATA visit https://www.kcata.org/. For rider information visit ridekc.org.

Contact:
Cindy Baker, Senior Director Marketing & Communications
816.510.2874 | cbaker@kcata.org