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Welcome to the Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) News Blog! This is your go-to source for the latest news, exciting announcements, and behind-the-scenes stories from BJCTA / MAX Transit.

Announcements, Blog, News Releases

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.

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Announcements, Blog, department news, News Releases

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.

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Announcements, Blog, News Releases

 Birmingham’s business community is set to witness a significant mentorship event as the Birmingham Business Journal (BBJ) prepares to host its Mentoring Monday on February 24, 2025. This event will bring together nearly 30 accomplished businesswomen, including Charlotte Shaw, the Executive Director and CEO of the Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA), to share their expertise with the next generation of female leaders.   The Mentoring Monday event, scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m., will take the form of a happy hour mentoring session. It aims to create a platform where establishedSEE DETAILS <span class...

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Announcements, Blog, Campaigns, News Releases

Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA)/MAX Transit is proud to announce the unveiling of its 2025 Black History Month bus wrap, continuing its annual tradition of honoring African American achievements and contributions to society.

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Announcements, Blog, Board Information, News Releases

The Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) Board of Directors swore in two new members into its Board of Directors on Thursday, February 6, 2025. 

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Awards and Recognition, Blog, department news, General Information, News Releases

Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority’s Marketing and Communications Manager, Amanda Hare and Director of Customer Experience, Tevarius Foster will be speaking at the American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) upcoming Marketing, Communication and Customer Experience workshop.   Hare and Foster will be among other accomplished professionals from leading metropolitan transit systems all over the nation including Tacoma, Washington, Ft. Worth, Texas and San Bernadino, California.  Panelists will delve into how sophisticated advertising strategies can foster community empowerment and create meaningful connections between transit systems and their diverse urban populations.   “We’re thrilled to<a class="more-link" href="https://maxtransit.org/max-executive-team-members-s...

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Awards and Recognition, Blog, Board Information, department news, News Releases

As a part of her duties, Harvill will commit to participating in events and visiting transit authorities to educate them about solution-based research that TCRP conducts.

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Announcements, Blog, Board Information, department news, Special Schedules

The following BJCTA routes will use detours during the Birmingham Bowl at Protective Stadium starting at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, December 27, 2024.

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Blog, Board Information, department news, News Releases

Birmingham, AL – October 30, 2024 – MAX Transit is excited to announce its free bus service for the upcoming Election Day on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. This service will provide convenient transportation for riders the entire day on fixed route, the Magic City Connector and the Birmingham Xpress (BRT).Passengers can utilize fixed-route buses, the Magic City Connector, or the Birmingham Xpress to reach their designated polling places without any fare. This complimentary service includes paratransit but excludes MAX On-Demand, BJCTA’s micro transit service. This initiative aims to eliminate transportation barriers and encourageSEE DETAILS <span class="more-link-...

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Announcements, Blog, Board Information, department news, Job Openings

The Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) presents B.R. Treat, a family-friendly Halloween event filled with thrills and chills for everyone.

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