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  Thursday September 08

  Doing Business With RTA

  Learn about the public procurement process and RTA’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Program! The Riverside Transit Agency is a proud supporter of minority and women-owned business enterprises. If you believe your business can offer quality goods or services to the…

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  Wednesday August 24

  Service Changes Effective September 11, 2022

  AFFECTED ROUTES: 1, 3, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 19, 20, 22, 23, 24, 27, 28, 30, 31, 32, 33, 42, 49, 55, 61, 74, 79, 200, 205 and 206. ROUTE 1: Weekday trips in both directions…

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  Monday August 15

  New Grant Fuels RTA’s Move to Zero-Emission Buses

  The Riverside Transit Agency’s (RTA) move to zero-emission buses just took a big step. That’s because the U.S. Department of Transportation today awarded RTA a $5.1 million grant to buy five 40-foot hydrogen fuel cell electric buses, propelling the Agency’s…

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  Friday July 22

  Youth, Seniors, Disabled, Veterans Ride for 25 cents

  Beginning August 1, RTA is offering 25-cent bus rides to youth, seniors, disabled and veterans on all bus routes, including CommuterLink! While on board, enjoy free Wi-Fi, USB charging ports, comfortable seating, friendly drivers, and, as always, our commitment to…

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  Tuesday April 19

  Masks No Longer Mandatory on the Bus

  RTA will no longer enforce mask wearing on the bus or at transportation centers. Effective immediately, masks will be recommended but not required on RTA routes. This change comes as a result of the Transportation Security Administration’s (TSA) recent decision…

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  Friday April 08

  Dozens Attend Vine Street Groundbreaking

  More than 50 people, including members of the RTA Board of Directors, city and county lawmakers and community partners, attended the April 8 groundbreaking ceremony for the Vine Street Mobility Hub. That means construction has officially begun on the hub,…

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  Monday February 28

  RTA Turned 45 Years Old!

  On Wednesday, March 16, RTA turned 45 years old! So much has changed since 1977, but one thing remains the same: RTA’s dedication to the world-class service for the residents of western Riverside County. Get a closer look at how…

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  Saturday February 05

  Riverside Transit Agency Dedicates Bus Stop To Longtime Advocate

  Longtime transit advocate Keith White was remembered during a ceremony Friday in Eastvale when several Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) officials dedicated a memorial plaque and bus stop in his honor.   Nearly 20 people attended the ceremony at the bus…

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  Sunday December 19

  ZAK SCHWANK TO LEAD RTA BOARD OF DIRECTORS IN 2022

  Temecula City Councilmember Unanimously Elected New Board Chair The Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) Board members have unanimously selected Temecula City Councilmember Zak Schwank to lead the RTA Board of Directors for 2022. As chair, Schwank will be responsible for leading…

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  Monday December 06

  RTA RECEIVES EMPLOYER OF THE YEAR AWARD

  WTS cites RTA’s mission of advancing women in the transit industry The Riverside Transit Agency (RTA) has long been a champion of recruiting, retaining and advancing women in the transit industry. Now the Agency has a regional award to prove…

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  Friday October 29

  RTA Announces New CEO

  Riverside County native Kristin Warsinski takes leadership of the Agency Kristin Warsinski will be Riverside Transit Agency’s (RTA) new chief executive officer, filling a position currently held by Larry Rubio who has held the title since 2001. The RTA Board…

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  Tuesday October 19

  Longtime CEO Larry Rubio Announces Retirement

  Chief Executive Officer Larry Rubio has announced his retirement from the Riverside Transit Agency (RTA), ending a 33-year career of distinction, leadership and passion for fostering a world-class workplace and providing unsurpassed public transportation to the residents of Riverside County.…

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