Recent activity at Portage Area Regional Transit Authority
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Aug 27, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority Board of Trustees Board & Committee Meeting Packet
The meeting packet details several key items, including the appointment of trustees to the Health Transit Pool of Ohio and the Ohio Transit Risk Pool. It covers the authorization to file grant applications with the Ohio Department of Transportation and the Federal Transit Administration. The board reviewed a contract award for the fire suppression system rehabilitation at the Kent Central Gateway. Additionally, the packet provides the General Manager's report, which encompasses financial reports, ridership performance metrics, updates on the POGO Transit launch, and facility renovation challenges.
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Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority Board Of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The board meeting included the General Manager's report regarding the launch of POGO, the arrival of new CNG buses, and outreach activities at the county fair. Committee reports were provided for Administration, Finance, and Operations, including financial reviews and discussions on facility maintenance. Key actions included the approval of resolutions to appoint trustees and alternate trustees to the Health Transit Pool of Ohio and the Ohio Transit Risk Pool, as well as authorization to file applications for state and federal transportation assistance grants. Additionally, the board awarded a contract for fire suppression system rehabilitation at the Kent Central Gateway.
Jul 23, 2026·Board meeting
Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority Board of Trustees Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes
The meeting featured the General Manager's report, which included updates on a new lease agreement, ridership numbers, and staffing transitions. The board held elections for officer positions, confirming the President, Vice President, and Temporary Presiding Officer. Two resolutions were approved: the purchase of transit shelters and amenities, and an additional expenditure for a microtransit software system. Additionally, presentations were delivered on POGO Transit, and the administration and finance committees provided status reports.
Jul 23, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Portage Area Regional Transportation Authority Board of Trustees Board And Committee Meeting
The meeting encompassed reports on microtransit service implementation, including a review of the 'POGO' branding, marketing materials, and necessary software expenditures. The board addressed procurement resolutions for bus transit shelters and additional funding for microtransit software. Furthermore, updates were provided regarding facility renovations, the hiring of a new Director of Maintenance, and a lease agreement for retail space at the Kent Central Gateway facility. Financial reports for PARTA and the Kent Central Gateway were reviewed, and nominations for board officer positions were discussed.
