Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Portage Area Regional Transit Authority.
Active opportunities open for bidding
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Nov 3, 2026
Dec 9, 2026
Diesel fuel & gasoline.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Kent
County
The county where this buyer is located.
Portage
Address
Physical address of this buyer.
2000 Summit Rd
Phone Number
Contact phone number for this buyer.
(330) 678-7745
Zip Code
Postal code for this buyer's location.
44240
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Portage Area Regional Transit Authority
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.
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.
Public-sector contacts connected to Portage Area Regional Transit Authority.
The Board discussed microtransit and mobility-on-demand service expansions, including the procurement of new low-floor vehicles. Reports were provided by the Administration, Finance, and Personnel Committees. Presentations were given on POGO operations and a transit-related golf outing. An executive session was held to discuss the appointment and compensation of the General Manager, resulting in the approval of Ms. Kelly Jurisch as General Manager. The Board also passed resolutions to amend policies and standards for advertising on authority property and to appoint a Secretary/Treasurer.
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