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BCRTA is excited to begin implementing a new and upgraded Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) system as part of ongoing efforts to create a robust Intelligent Transportation System (ITS). As part of the improvements, passengers will enjoy improved onboard audio announcements, more precise bus tracking, and informational onboard displays. Although Buztrakr.com …

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The 42X-West Chester Express will resume service March 8 thanks to a partnership between Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) and the Southwest Ohio Regional Transit Authority (SORTA/Cincinnati Metro). The bus route, funded by the Butler County RTA and operated by Cincinnati Metro, has been in service since 1999. The service was suspended in May …

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Butler County Regional Transit Authority is taking part once again in the annual Ohio Loves Transit Week which takes place the week of Valentine’s Day. Over the past year, BCRTA has continued to provide essential trips for those who need alternative transportation options in Butler County. We are proud of our employees who are heroes …

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The Ohio Public Transit Association (OPTA) is releasing a statewide campaign to promote the safety and security of Ohio’s public transportation systems. BCRTA is happy to join in this campaign to make sure our riders and public within Butler County understand the procedures we have put into place to make public transportation a safe, viable …

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In accordance with requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation as set forth in 49 C.F.R. Part 26, as amended, Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) in Butler County, Ohio, hereby notifies the public that it is recommending the following  Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal for the applicable professional services, construction, and procurement contracts during …

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In accordance with requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation as set forth in 49 C.F.R. Part 26.45, as amended, Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) in Butler County, Ohio, hereby notifies the public that it is hosting a DBE Goal Setting Roundtable to discuss the availability of disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged businesses, the effects of discrimination on …

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In compliance with Ohio Department of Health’s latest order directing Butler County to wear masks, BCRTA will now require all riders to use a facial coverings when using BCRTA services, waiting at bus stops, or entering BCRTA and Middletown Transit facilities. More information about the order or exceptions can be found at https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/static/publicorders/Second-Amended-Order-Guidance-Contact-Sport-reader.pdf . BCRTA will continue …

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The Middletown Transit System and Butler County Regional Transit Authority at the advisement of the Butler County Health Department is alerting its riders to a potential exposure to COVID-19. Riders who rode either the Blue or Green lines in Middletown between May 27 – June 5 in the hours of 6:30AM – 1:30PM should monitor …

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