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Council hears warning that COTA may eliminate express Route 75; members pledge advocacy
Summary
A council member told the panel that COTA is discussing eliminating express routes including Route 75; the council discussed advocacy steps, including contacting COTA officials and encouraging residents to ride the route to preserve service.
Council members heard a report on June 8 that the Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is considering eliminating express routes, including Route 75, as part of proposed service changes that could take effect next year.
A council member who said they learned of the potential change from a bus driver described plans under discussion at COTA to remove express runs and rework downtown service. "It appears that the 75 may be under attack yet again," the council member said, adding that any changes would likely begin the first of next year and that no decision is final.
The member said they sent a detailed email to COTA’s government affairs contact and would hold follow‑up calls with operations staff and the government affairs office. Council members urged constituents to ride the route as a key indicator of demand, and suggested a coordinated advocacy strategy. One councilor proposed a public 'ride the bus' day to demonstrate usage.
Council President thanked the member for advocacy and encouraged broader participation to protect the route. There was no formal motion or vote; members said they would monitor COTA’s process and coordinate communications with officials in the coming weeks.
What’s next: the reporting member plans additional conversations with COTA staff and will report back to the council; members encouraged constituent engagement to demonstrate ridership.
