KCATA Board approves $2 transit fares starting in June

Kansas City Area Transportation Authority Board of Commissioners(Jan. 28, 2026)

By Connye Griffin, Kansas City Documenter

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Summary

  • Commissioners approved the new fare policy, setting a $2 base fare per ride and advancing a phase one rollout targeted for June 1.
  • The search for KCATA’s next CEO is underway, with staff aiming to have a search firm selected by the end of March 2026.
  • Staff reported that training for a new ambassador…

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