ATL Board of Directors Committee Meetings Scheduled for November 4, 2021, beginning at 8:30 a.m.

Office of Communications & Engagement
245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Suite 2200 • Atlanta, GA 30303

Ericka B. Davis
Chief Communications Officer
o: 404-893-3033 | c: 404-226-9339 |  [email protected]

Tiffany L. McCall
Communications and Media Relations Director
o: 404-893-3025 | c: 404-240-7531 | [email protected]

ATL Board of Directors Meeting-October 7, 2021, at 8:30 a.m.

Office of Communications & Engagement
245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Suite 2200 • Atlanta, GA 30303

Ericka B. Davis
Chief Communications Officer
o: 404-893-3033 | c: 404-226-9339 |  [email protected]

Tiffany L. McCall
Communications and Media Relations Director
o: 404-893-3025 | c: 404-240-7531 | [email protected]

ATL Board of Directors Committee Meeting-September 2, 2021

Office of Communications & Engagement
245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Suite 2200 • Atlanta, GA 30303

Ericka B. Davis
Chief Communications Officer
o: 404-893-3033 | c: 404-226-9339 |  [email protected]

Tiffany L. McCall
Communications and Media Relations Director
o: 404-893-3025 | c: 404-240-7531 | [email protected]

About the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority

The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018 legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region.  The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit.  The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand.  Effective July 1, 2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system.  The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040.  The ATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Xpress Fare-Free Introductory Period for New Hickory Grove Park & Ride Lot Routes Extended Until October 31, 2021

Office of Communications & Engagement
245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Suite 2200 • Atlanta, GA 30303

Ericka B. Davis
Chief Communications Officer
o: 404-893-3033 | c: 404-226-9339 |  [email protected]

Tiffany L. McCall
Communications and Media Relations Director
o: 404-893-3025 | c: 404-240-7531 | [email protected]

For Immediate Release: August 18, 2021

Xpress Fare-Free Introductory Period for New Hickory Grove Park & Ride Lot Routes Extended Until October 31, 2021

Promotion For Xpress Routes 484 and 485 Customers Only

ATLANTA — Xpress commuter transit service will be extending its fare-free introductory period for Xpress Routes 484 and 485 at its new Hickory Grove Park & Ride Lot located at 2018 Hickory Grove Road NW, Acworth, GA 30102. The new lot and routes services Bartow, Cherokee and Cobb Counties. The fare-free introductory period began May 3, 2021 and will continue until October 31, 2021.

“We are working diligently to increase ridership for our Xpress transit system, especially with the recent launch of our new routes at the Hickory Grove Park and Ride,” said Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority Executive Director Chris Tomlinson. “By extending the fare-free introductory period, we hope that it encourages more community members in Bartow, Cherokee and Cobb to utilize Xpress as their mobility option, thereby reducing reliance on personal cars and traffic congestion in the region”.

The fare-free promotion opens access to more passengers and attracts and engages new riders who might not otherwise choose public transit as a means of mobility. The agency hopes that the promotion will also result in long term ridership increases.

In addition, Xpress has instituted several protective measures to provide riders with a safe commute including using air ionization technology on their coaches which reduces the risk of pathogen, allergen, and viral transmissions including COVID-19. Xpress also adheres to the federal requirement of masks on all public transit,

Xpress operates 27 routes in 12 metro Atlanta counties that in 2019 carried more than 1.8 million passenger trips to and from major employment centers in Downtown, Midtown, and Perimeter Center. Xpress riders are also able to take advantage of riding in the Express Lanes for free.

About the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority

The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018 legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region.  The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit.  The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand.  Effective July 1, 2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system.  The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040.  The ATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) to Hold Board of Directors Meeting Scheduled for August 5, 2021

Office of Communications & Engagement
245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Suite 2200 • Atlanta, GA 30303

Ericka B. Davis
Chief Communications Officer
o: 404-893-3033 | c: 404-226-9339 |  [email protected]

Tiffany L. McCall
Communications and Media Relations Director
o: 404-893-3025 | c: 404-240-7531 | [email protected]

For Immediate Release: July 29, 2021

Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) to Hold 
Board of Directors Meeting Scheduled for August 5, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.

ATLANTA – The Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority announces that it will hold its Board Meeting on Thursday, August 5, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. at 245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Marquis One, Suite 2300, Atlanta, GA 30303.

To view the Board agenda and options to connect remotely, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/the-atl-board/.

About the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority

The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018 legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region.  The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit.  The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand.  Effective July 1, 2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system.  The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040.  The ATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Xpress West Douglas Park and Ride Has New Look

Office of Communications & Engagement
245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Suite 2200 • Atlanta, GA 30303

Ericka B. Davis
Chief Communications Officer
o: 404-893-3033 | c: 404-226-9339 |  [email protected]

Tiffany L. McCall
Communications and Media Relations Director
o: 404-893-3025 | c: 404-240-7531 | [email protected]

For Immediate Release: July 21, 2021

Xpress West Douglas Park and Ride Has New Look

Upgrades and repairs made to parking lot, landscape and signage to enhance customer service

ATLANTA – On June 30th, renovations to the Xpress Commuter Services West Douglas Park and Ride, located at 7500 Douglas Blvd, Douglasville, GA 30135, were officially completed. In March of 2020, the project was initiated to provide a safe and attractive location for commuters who utilize Xpress transportation services in Douglas County. Improvements made at the site include updated landscape, replacement of hardscape (granite installation and concrete repair), and replacement of the entrance sign to make the location more appealing to the public while adhering to ADA compliance standards. The total cost of the facility upgrades was $386,000. The Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) contracted with Summit Construction (for the hardscape work) and Burch Industrial (for the landscaping work) to make the renovations and upgrades.

According to ATL Engineer Sam Samu, “The renovations were made to ensure that Xpress customers would receive the level of care, accessibility, and maintenance being put into their transit amenities that they have come to expect from Xpress.”  Currently, the Park and Ride lot is open for use. Route 463 operates Monday-Friday and connects the West Douglas Park and Ride and the Douglas County Multi-Modal Transportation Center to Downtown and Midtown Atlanta. To view images of the updated location, click here to access.

Xpress has 27 Park and Ride lots throughout the metro Atlanta area with its newest Hickory Grove Park and Ride facility which recently opened in April.  Xpress’s 27 routes historically have carried more than 1.8 million passenger trips annually to and from major employment centers in Downtown, Midtown, and Perimeter Center, providing a valuable transportation option for commuters and improving the capacity of Georgia’s most congested roads and highways.

Customer service representatives are available Monday – Friday from 5:30 A.M.– 7:00 P.M. at 844-XPRSSGA (977-7742). Riders may also sign up for alerts by texting XPRESS to 888777. Additional information about Xpress and its services is available at www.xpressga.com.

Address: 7500 Douglas Blvd., Douglasville, GA 30135 (Douglas County)
Routes: Xpress Route 463
Shelters: 3 bus shelters
Benches: 4 seating benches
General Parking Spaces: 545
Handicapped Accessible Parking Spaces: 13
Other amenities: 5 emergency call boxes, 4 trash receptacles, 1 fare pavilion building that houses electrical and winter supplies.

About the Xpress Transit System

The Xpress regional commuter transit system is operated by the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL). The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018 legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region. The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit.  The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand. Effective July 1, 2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system. The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040. The ATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Georgia’s ATL Authority Awarded $5.4 Million Federal Grant to Fund First Ever Xpress Electric Buses

Office of Communications & Engagement
245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Suite 2200 • Atlanta, GA 30303

Ericka B. Davis
Chief Communications Officer
o: 404-893-3033 | c: 404-226-9339 |  [email protected]

Tiffany L. McCall
Communications and Media Relations Director
o: 404-893-3025 | c: 404-240-7531 | [email protected]

For Immediate Release: June 30, 2021

Georgia’s ATL Authority Awarded $5.4 Million Federal Grant to Fund First Ever Xpress Electric Buses

The 10 battery-electric commuter coaches to operate on routes connecting Clayton, Coweta, Fulton and Henry Counties to Downtown and Midtown Atlanta

ATLANTA — The Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) was awarded $5.47 million in federal funding for 10 battery-electric commuter coaches and 11 chargers (which includes one maintenance facility charger) for the region’s Xpress Commuter Service. They are expected to initially operate on routes connecting Clayton, Coweta, Fulton, and Henry Counties to Downtown and Midtown Atlanta.

The funding was received through the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) highly competitive Low-No Program which supports transit agencies in purchasing or leasing low- or no-emission buses and other transit vehicles that use technologies such as battery-electric and fuel-cell power to provide cleaner, more efficient transit service. This year’s funding opportunity prioritized applications with an environmental justice component as well as those with workforce development components to help transit workers succeed as their jobs change with new zero-emission technologies. The new electric (EV) coaches will be based out of Xpress’ South Operations Facility located in Clayton County and will replace 10 model year 2004 diesel buses. A portion of the federal grant will also support workforce development activities for Xpress, helping to ensure the Xpress operations and maintenance staff are well trained on battery electric bus systems.

“We are extremely pleased to have been selected as one of 49 projects awarded and greatly appreciate the support of our partners at the Federal Transit Administration and the efforts of the Georgia Congressional delegation in our receiving this transformative investment in our transit infrastructure”, said ATL Executive Director Chris Tomlinson. “The ATL was fortunate to also have the support of numerous state and local leaders, as well as the private sector.”

The ATL partnered with MCI, the Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE), and Atkins on the application. MCI manufactures the D45 CRTe LE (the only Federally tested/approved electric commuter coach currently on the market). CTE, the Atlanta based nonprofit, will provide project management, modeling, performance validation, and other technical assistance. Atkins will provide engineering services for infrastructure installation. The D45 CRTe LE Charge is a low-floor model bus that allows easier boarding and enhanced ADA accessibility for riders. The EV coaches are significantly quieter than their conventionally powered counterparts, offering a more comfortable and enjoyable rider experience.

“These electric coaches provide numerous benefits, including helping us improve fleet reliability, reducing our long-term maintenance needs, improving air quality, reducing noise pollution in the communities we serve, and eliminating the need for 87,000 gallons of fuel while reducing 901 tons of carbon emissions”, Tomlinson confirmed. “Moreover, these factors align with four of ATL’s Governing Principles: Environmental Sustainability, Equity, Innovation and Return on Investment – and ensures that our Xpress riders can continue to commute with confidence.”

In addition to this FTA Low-No award, the ATL has also partnered with Georgia Power through the company’s EV Make Ready Program to upgrade electrical infrastructure at Xpress’s South Ops facility. Infrastructure upgrades supported by the Make Ready Program are expected to support this initial 10 bus deployment while also facilitating future EV bus fleet expansions.

Xpress has 27 routes in 12 metro Atlanta counties that carry more than 1.8 million passenger trips annually to and from major employment centers in Downtown, Midtown, and Perimeter Center. Additional information is available at www.XpressGA.com to assist customers with selecting alternate transportation options. Customer service representatives are available Monday – Friday from 5:30 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. at 844-XPRSSGA (977-7742).  Riders may also sign up for alerts by texting XPRESS to 888777.

About the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority

The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018 legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region.  The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit.  The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand.  Effective July 1, 2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system.  The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040.  The ATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

About the Xpress Transit System

The Xpress regional commuter transit system is operated by the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL). The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018 legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region. The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit.  The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand. Effective July 1, 2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system. The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040. The ATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) to Hold Board of Directors Committee Meetings Scheduled for July 1, 2021

Office of Communications & Engagement
245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Suite 2200 • Atlanta, GA 30303

Ericka B. Davis
Chief Communications Officer
o: 404-893-3033 | c: 404-226-9339 |  [email protected]

Tiffany L. McCall
Communications and Media Relations Director
o: 404-893-3025 | c: 404-240-7531 | [email protected]
For Immediate Release: June 24, 2021

Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) to Hold 
Board of Directors Committee Meetings Scheduled for July 1, 2021, beginning at 8:30 a.m.

ATLANTA – The Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority announces that it will hold its Board Committee Meetings on Thursday, July 1, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. at 245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Marquis One, Suite 2300, Atlanta, GA 30303.  The Xpress Operations Committee Meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m., and each subsequent committee meeting will begin as the previous meeting ends.  To view the Committee agendas and options to connect remotely, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/the-atl-board/.

Meeting Schedule:

Xpress Operations Committee 
Administrative Committee 
Regional Technology Committee 
Regional Transit Planning Committee 

About the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority

The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018 legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region.  The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit.  The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand.  Effective July 1, 2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system.  The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040.  The ATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Xpress Announces Construction Related Service Changes to Routes 490 Effective July 1, 2021

For Immediate Release:

June 11, 2021

Xpress Announces Construction Related Service Changes to Routes 490 Effective July 1, 2021ATLANTA — The Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) announced construction-related changes to its Xpress Commuter Services – Route 490.  Currently, this route provides service to Downtown Atlanta from Canton and Woodstock.  Effective Thursday, July 1, 2021, Xpress Route 490 will suspend current service from its Canton location.  Xpress customers may continue to travel to Midtown and Downtown Atlanta via the route’s Woodstock location or Xpress routes 483, 484 and 485.In early March 2021, the City of Canton broke ground on a new Water Pollution Control Plant.  The $70 million project is the largest municipal project in the city’s history.  Construction is expected to be completed in 2024.Since the project was launched, a significant portion of the Xpress Park and Ride Lot used by Route 490 commuters has not been available for use.  Following a review of the available space, Xpress reviewed options with city leaders and determined that suspension of the current location and use of alternate locations provided the preferred option.“The safety of our commuters and Xpress team members is our top priority,” said Chris Tomlinson, ATL Executive Director.  “As Canton city leaders embark on this important infrastructure project, we are pleased that Xpress customers will continue to have convenient access to and from Atlanta from other routes and park-and-ride locations.”Xpress 490 customers may continue to use the Woodstock park and ride lot (550 Molly Lane – Woodstock). Customers will also have access to Downtown and Midtown Atlanta from two other convenient park and ride lots during the project’s construction period:

• The Town Center Park-and-Ride Lot is located at 634 Big Shanty Road in Kennesaw. It services Route 483 which provides weekday (Monday – Friday) to Midtown Atlanta.
• The Hickory Grove Park-and-Ride Lot is located at 2018 Hickory Grove Road in Acworth. From this location, Route 484 provides weekday (Monday – Friday) to Midtown Atlanta and Route 485 provides weekday service to Downtown Atlanta.

Xpress has 27 routes in 12 metro Atlanta counties that carry more than 1.8 million passenger trips annually to and from major employment centers in Downtown, Midtown, and Perimeter Center.  Additional information is available at www.XpressGA.com to assist customers with selecting alternate transportation options.   Customer service representatives are available Monday – Friday from 5:30 A.M. – 7:00 P.M. at 844-XPRSSGA (977-7742).  Riders may also sign up for alerts by texting XPRESS to 888777. 

About the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority
The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018 legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region. The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit. The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand. unified regional transit system brand. Effective July 1, 2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system. The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040. TheATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

About the Xpress Transit System
The Xpress regional commuter transit system is operated by the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL). The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region. The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit.  The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand. Effective July 1,2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system. The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040. The ATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) to Hold Board of Directors Meeting June 3, 2021

For Immediate Release:
May 27, 2021

Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority (ATL) to Hold
Board of Directors Meeting
Board Meeting Scheduled for June 3, 2021, beginning at 8:30 a.m.

ATLANTA – The Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority announces that it will hold its Board Meeting on Thursday, June 3, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. at 245 Peachtree Center Avenue, Marquis One, Suite 2300, Atlanta, GA 30303. The public will also have simultaneous access to the Board meeting via remote options due to the emergency conditions affecting public safety caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

To view the Board agenda and options to connect remotely, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/the-atl-board/.

About the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority

The ATL was created by the Georgia General Assembly during the 2018 legislative session to provide coordinated transit planning and funding for the metro Atlanta region. The ATL is responsible for developing the ATL Regional Transit Plan, as well as identifying and prioritizing the projects and initiatives required to develop region-wide transit. The ATL is also charged with creating a unified regional transit system brand. Effective July 1, 2020, the ATL was legislatively authorized to oversee the state’s Xpress regional commuter transit system and the Atlanta region’s vanpool system. The population of metro Atlanta is growing rapidly and projected to add an additional 2.5 million residents by 2040. The ATL is a critical step towards more efficient and effective transit and mobility in the region. For more information on Xpress and the ATL, visit https://atltransit.wpengine.com/ and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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