Virginia Transit Association

About VTA

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Statement of Purpose

Founded in 1977, the Virginia Transit Association (VTA) provides public education and legislative advocacy to support public transportation systems throughout the Commonwealth. The VTA has 54 total members, which include 26 transit properties and 28 associates.

Who we are

"Transit is an important part of the transportation solution in Virginia," said Former VTA President Cameron Pitts. "It can get people to work, school, shopping and healthcare facilities reliably, quickly and cheaply. It helps business reach out to more workers and contributes to a cleaner environment and a more livable community by reducing congestion on the roads."

VTA is a coalition of transit professional and professionals from public and private organizations who know that public transportation is important to the individual mobility, a clean environment, and livable communities. VTA members include:

bullet Transit systems from across the state

bullet Businesses that serve transit systems or who rely on transit for labor and customers

bullet Local government officials and business leaders who recognize the importance of public transit

bullet Organizations concerned about transportation, mobility, the environment, suburban sprawl, urban revitalization, and quality of life issues for the elderly

bullet Individuals who support public transportation

Mission Statement

The Virginia Transit Association's primary aim is the delivery of high-quality, responsive and reliable public transportation to all Virginians.

Objectives

Our objective is to:

bullet Assist the operators of public transportation on the Commonwealth of Virginia in representing the public interest through the development of common policies, goals, and objectives

bullet Provide a medium for exchange of ideas and experiences and to increase communications among members

bullet Aid VTA members in dealing with special issues

bullet Act as members' voice to the state, local and federal governments and appropriate agencies

Staff

Linda McMinimy, Executive Director
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Patricia Villa, Communications/Program Director
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Jamie Crawford, Program Coordinator
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VTA Executive Committee and Officers

President: The Honorable John J. McGlennon, Chairman, James City County Board of Supervisors

Vice President: The Honorable William D. Euille, Mayor, City of Alexandria

Secretary: Al Harf, Executive Director of the Potomac-Rappahannock Transportation Commission

Treasurer: Michael J. Carroll, General Manager of the Greater Lynchburg Transit Company

Immediate Past President: John (Jack) Hellewell, past Chair, GLTC
Transit System, Lynchburg Virginia

Executive Director: Linda McMinimy

Ex officio:

The Honorable Christopher Zimmerman, VTA Immediate Past President, Chairman, Arlington County Board of Supervisors

The Voice of Public Transportation in Virginia