YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - A series of upcoming community forums aim to give the public insight into the comprehensive review of fixed route service that the Western Reserve Transit Authority is conducting.

The objective of the WRTA is to set the course for services as the Mahoning Valley continues to develop and the need for public transportation services change both now and in the long-term.

WRTA has previously completed market research among riders and non-riders of varying backgrounds. 

WRTA is now conducting performance reviews for each of its routes and the system of routes generally, including a review against key development and demographic characteristics.

At these forums, the public is invited to help WRTA design its fixed route bus service for the future of the Mahoning Valley.

Information for the community forums can be found below: 

  • Boardman Library
    7680 Glenwood Ave., Boardman Tuesday, January 15
    5:00 pm-7:00 pm
  • East Library
    430 Early Rd., Youngstown Wednesday, January 16
    5:00 pm-7:00 pm
  • Michael Kusalaba Branch Library
    2815 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown Thursday, January 17
    5:00 pm-7:00 pm
  • Austintown Library
    600 S. Raccoon Rd., Austintown Wednesday, January 23
    6:00 pm-8:00 pm
  • Main Library
    305 Wick Ave., Youngstown Thursday, January 24
    5:00 pm-7:00 pm
  • Newport Library
    3730 Market St., Youngstown Tuesday, January 29
    5:00 pm-7:00 pm