Announcements, Blog, News Releases
The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) has established a proposed overall goal of 11.2% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation for Federal Fiscal Years 2026-2028.
The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) has established a proposed overall goal of 11.2% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation for Federal Fiscal Years 2026-2028.
The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) has established a proposed overall goal of 11.2% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation for Federal Fiscal Years 2026-2028.
The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) is proud to announce that MAX Transit has been awarded a $25 million grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation for the construction of a new maintenance and operations facility.
The Birmingham Business Journal has recognized BJCTA Deputy Executive Director Stephanie Walker as one of the Magic City’s most accomplished women, naming her to its prestigious Women to Watch list for 2025.
Birmingham, AL – June 23, 2025 – The Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) announces that MAX Transit will operate its regular fixed-route, Birmingham Xpress (BX), and Magic City Connector (MCC) services throughout the duration of the 2025 World Police & Fire Games, taking place from June 27 to July 6, 2025.
BJCTA recognizes the importance of reliable public transportation as Birmingham welcomes more than 8,500 athletes and thousands of visitors from over 70 countries for this prestigious international event. All MAX Transit services—including fixed-route buses, BX rapid transit, and the Magic City Connector—will maintain their standard schedules, ensuring residents, athletes, and visitors have convenient access to venues, hotels, and city attractions.
Riders are encouraged to download the MyStop app for real-time bus tracking, trip planning, and service alerts. For more information about routes and schedules, visit the MAX Transit website or contact customer service at 205.521.0101.
Starting Friday, June 6, MAX buses will be rerouted near City Hall to accommodate the Steel City Smooth Jazz Festival.
Stay informed about upcoming changes to public transit in Birmingham. Join us for a community meeting on Tuesday, April 15 in the MAX Transit Intermodal Boardroom at 5:30 p.m.
BJCTA (MAX Transit) is thrilled to announce the well-deserved promotion of Tevarius Foster to the position of Senior Director of Customer Experience. Tevarius has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in enhancing our customer service initiatives since joining BJCTA in 2021.
BJCTA Operator Nioka Boyce is headed to the Community Transportation Association of America’s (CTAA) National Roadeo Competition after taking the top spot in the state competition.