There are 4 article(s) tagged Memphis Bus Riders Union:

• August 2023

  • Memphis bus riders share frustrations with MATA’s CEO

    Citizens at the meeting said issues they face include lack of accessibility, long wait times, lack of communication and broken-down buses.

    By Rashod Cobb August 25, 2023

• September 2021

  • MATA considering route cuts to four communities this fall

    Proposals to eliminate the routes have raised concerns for two bus service advocate groups. They believe the changes may further erode distrust between bus riders and MATA leaders.

    By Omer Yusuf September 23, 2021

• February 2020

  • County Commission panel weighs MATA funding ideas

    Participants at a Shelby County public transportation ad hoc committee examined a number of ways the county can find dedicated funding for MATA.

    By Linda A. Moore February 05, 2020

• March 2019

  • MATA, riders at crossroads with proposal to expand transit on horizon

    MATA riders want improved service, and officials hope its new transit plan can address their concerns. An additional $30 million in annual funding is needed to implement changes. 

    By Omer Yusuf March 18, 2019