Charlotte Area Transit System

Celebrating Transit Employee Appreciation Day with CATS and WeDriveU ???? In addition to serving treats from a local favorite, Queen City Crunch, we connected with riders at the Charlotte Transportation Center – hearing what they most appreciate about the individuals who keep them moving. If you've ever ridden with us, we'd love to hear from you, too! Comment below to sign our digital thank-you note and show the team how much they matter. ???? #CATSworksforyou #employeeappreciation

New weeks bring new opportunities to build a transit system that works for you! Join us to learn more and share your feedback on CATS' Transit System Plan update: ?? Tuesday, March 18 | North Corridor Cornelius Town Hall 21445 Catawba Ave. 5:30-7:30 p.m. ?? Thursday, March 20 | South Corridor Pineville Town Hall 505 Main St. 5:30-7:30 p.m. Visit ridetransit.org to find additional engagement opportunities and take a short survey – sharing your mobility needs and entering to win one of five $100 Visa gift cards. ????? #CATSworksforyou #transitsystemplan

Did you know CATS offers free educational services to help you navigate the system? Travel Trainer LaShima Tate wants to help you become a transit pro! ???? LaShima meets with school groups and community organizations region-wide to ensure individuals of all ages and abilities feel empowered to ride CATS. This #WomensHistoryMonth, we’re proud to celebrate women like LaShima – leaders making transit more accessible for everyone. ?? Whether you're interested in riding fixed-route bus and rail services, exploring flexible options like CATS Micro, or learning about STS paratransit, LaShima brings the knowledge and passion you need to get where you need to go. ?? Want to schedule a travel training session? Email [email protected] to learn more. #CATSworksforyou #traveltraining

Meet Davidson College student and sustainability champion, Andre! ???? For students balancing their studies, extracurricular activities, internships and jobs, CATS Micro offers a flexible and convenient alternative to fixed-route services. ??? "Microtransit makes it possible to get to places we need to go without needing to bend our own lives." Gone are the days of missing the bus because you needed to connect with your professor after class or a meeting runs over! Micro meets you where you are, providing on-demand transportation on the busiest days. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/e48N7e3f. ?? #RideCATS #CATSworksforyou #CATSMicro #RiderStories

?? YOU hold the key to the future of transit in our region! CATS is updating the Transit System Plan (TSP), and now is the time to share your thoughts. Join CATS tonight from 5:30-7:30 at Matthews Town Hall to: ? Learn about the TSP ? Ask questions and provide feedback ? Take the survey to win one of five $100 Visa gift cards ?? Get all the details and take the survey at ridetransit.org. Let’s get to work moving this region forward! #CATSworksforyou

Have your ride, your way! ???? Tune in today at noon to explore the future of public transit in our region. Catch the live stream (or watch later) on CATS YouTube via lnkd.in/dvrfcafD. Looking to learn more or share your input on CATS' #TransitSystemPlan? Visit ridetransit.org for more opportunities to engage. ?? Don’t forget to take a short survey to share your mobility needs and enter to win one of five $100 Visa gift cards! #CATSworksforyou #yourvoicematters

??YOU hold the key to the future of transit in our region! Join us at a meeting to share your thoughts on the Transit System Plan (TSP) update. Meeting Opportunities in Every Corridor: ?? Virtual: March 10 | Noon ?? Matthews: March 11 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. ?? Cornelius: March 18 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. ?? Pineville: March 20 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. ?? Center City: March 24 | 11:30-2 p.m. ?? Wilkinson Blvd: March 25 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. ?? Get all the details and take the TSP survey at ridetransit.org for your chance to win one of five $100 Visa gift cards. Let’s get to work moving this region forward. We can't do it without you! #CATSworksforyou #transitsystemplan

?????? Next time you rest on a well-placed bench at a bus stop, thank Senior Engineer Molly H.! ? She's passionate about ensuring CATS bus stops meet ADA standards, making transit more accessible and comfortable for everyone. ? ?? "Many of our projects have extended timelines, so it’s encouraging to see those immediate impacts for our communities and customers." ? This #WomensHistoryMonth, we celebrate Molly and all the incredible women shaping the future of transportation! Women move the world forward. ???? ? #RideCATS #CATSworksforyou #WomeninSTEM #EngineeringExcellence

Celebrating One Week of Micro ???? It’s been an exciting first week, and we’re thrilled to see so many riders using the new service! We’re proud to provide more flexible and convenient transit options for customers in North Mecklenburg. To learn more about Micro, visit https://lnkd.in/e48N7e3f. Have you tried CATS Micro yet? We'd love to hear about your experience in the comments! ?? #CATSworksforyou #CATSMicro #microtransit #mecklenburgco

?? As Black History Month draws to a close, we honor the incredible contributions of Black leaders, innovators, and changemakers who have shaped public transportation - in our region and beyond. From civil rights pioneers advocating for equitable transportation to today’s visionaries fueling progress, black history is transit history. At CATS, we’re committed to providing a reliable, inclusive, and accessible transit system that connects all people to opportunities to thrive. Let’s continue moving forward — together. Happy #BlackHistoryMonth! ????