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Free Rides on Election Day
“Providing free transit on Election Day helps us ensure that transportation is not a barrier to participation in the democratic process,” said Metro’s CEO, Lauren Cencic.
ORBT to Launch Mid-November
Omaha’s first rapid transit service, ORBT, will launch on Wednesday, November 18. Riders will have a chance to ride the system for free for the first four months.
COVID-19 Response
Face coverings are required when riding Metro buses, MOBY paratransit vehicles, or visiting Metro facilities.
Metro Identifies New CEO
Metro’s new Chief Executive Officer Lauren Cencic is “eager to listen, learn and get to work.” Cencic replaces Executive Director Curt Simon, who retired after 33 years of service.
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Press Releases
Temporary Changes to Route 92 Starting November 18
October 28, 2020
Beginning on November 18, Metro will temporarily modify Route 92 to align with the launch of ORBT and respond to changing ridership patterns during the COVID-19 pandemic. Route 92 & COVID-19 Ridership on Route 92 has been down about 90% […]
Metro Identifies New CEO
July 30, 2020
Metro Transit’s Board of Directors announced Thursday its intention to hire Lauren Cencic as Metro’s new Chief Executive Officer, replacing Executive Director Curt Simon, who is retiring after 33 years of service. “Lauren possesses all the qualities we sought in […]
Service Increases, Route Changes to Begin July 26th
July 14, 2020
Beginning Sunday, July 26th, Metro will increase bus service and make select route changes in an effort to improve efficiency, serve new areas, and allow for more social distancing on board. Changes include: New Service in North Downtown To better […]
Route 2 – ORBT Update
June 19, 2020
Later this year, Metro will replace Route 2 with ORBT, Omaha’s first bus rapid transit line. In anticipation of this change, Metro hosted two open houses in March for riders whose trips may be affected. A third open house was […]
Front Door Boarding, Fare Collection to Resume on Metro Buses June 15th
June 3, 2020
Starting Monday, June 15th, front door boarding and fare collection will resume on all Metro buses and MOBY paratransit vehicles. Staff is in the process of installing safety shields around bus driver seats, which will reduce contact between drivers and […]
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