Public Meetings
Stay Informed and Shape the Future of Transit
At COTA, we’re committed to transparency and collaboration with the communities we serve. Public engagement is at the heart of our service improvement efforts, and your feedback plays a crucial role in shaping the decisions we make. Explore how you can get involved and make your voice heard at our public meetings.
Why Attend COTA Public Meetings?
Public meetings provide a platform for open dialogue and exchange of ideas between COTA representatives and community members. Whether discussing fare policies, service changes or other relevant topics, these meetings offer insight into our decision-making process and allow us to gather valuable feedback from you, our customers and stakeholders.
Types of Meetings
Board of Trustees Meetings
Join us as we discuss strategic initiatives, review financial matters and address key opportunities impacting COTA’s operations.
Special Selection Committee Meetings
Participate in discussions regarding the selection process for important positions within COTA.
Fare Policy Meetings
Have a say in shaping fare structures and policies that affect ridership and accessibility.
Service Change Meetings
Learn about upcoming service changes, including adjustments to routes and schedules, and share your thoughts on how these changes may impact your commute.
Other Meetings as Needed
Stay informed about additional meetings focused on specific topics or initiatives.
When Do Service Changes Take Place?
COTA implements service changes three times a year, typically occurring on the first Monday of January, May and September. These changes aim to improve travel times, enhance service reliability and accommodate evolving community needs. We value your input in shaping these improvements to ensure they align with your expectations and priorities.
Get Involved
Your participation is invaluable to us. Join us at our public meetings to stay informed, share your feedback and be part of the decision-making process. If you are unable to attend in person or virtually for any meeting, we encourage you to provide real-time feedback by contacting our Customer Care team.
At COTA, we believe that collaboration leads to innovation. By engaging with our community, we can create a transit system that meets the needs of everyone. Join us in shaping the future of transit in Central Ohio. Your voice matters.
Meeting Records
COTA offers a variety of meeting minutes available to the public. We also adhere to the state’s Public Records Act.
In accordance with the Ohio Revised Code, COTA deems public records as any documents, device or item, regardless of physical form or characteristic, created or received by or coming under the jurisdiction of any public office of the state or its political subdivisions, which serves to document the organization, functions, policies, decisions, procedures, operations or other activities of the office.
Anyone who requests records must identify the records requested with sufficient clarity to allow the public office to identify, retrieve and review the records. A copy of COTA’s Public Records Policy is available upon request. You may submit a request by emailing PublicRecords@cota.com or calling 614-228-1776. Visit our Codes & Policies page to learn more.