Financial Turnaround Sets Stage for Future

Federal and state transportation grants have helped fund new vehicles, equipment and facility improvements, increasing BATA’s net asset value by $1.4 million. $400,000 in past debt has been eliminated, making BATA free of long-term debt. Cash reserves have improved from one day to 63 days, with management working toward a …

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Board Reviews Route Recommendations

The BATA board has asked management to develop an implementation timeline and three to five year business plan to support a final report on new route and service recommendations. The report, by Chicago-based public transit consultants Vlecides-Schroeder, was presented at the BATA board’s monthly meeting Nov. 30. Board members enthusiastically …

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Re-Inventing Our Public Transit System

Bay Area Transportation Authority is re-inventing public transit in Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties. Viable public transit plays a key role in thriving communities and responsible regional growth. Portland, Seattle, and Grand Rapids offer models for continued development of BATA’s services. Following these examples, BATA is connecting with higher education, major …

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