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For any Media Inquiries Please Utilize the Following Contacts

Myrna Pittman – Director of Communications
Birmingham – Jefferson County Transit Authority
(205)895-1280
mpittman@bjcta.org

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The Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority (BJCTA) is proud to announce that Wytangy Peak-Finney, Senior Director of Capital Planning, will be serving on an important panel focused on empowering women leaders at the upcoming APTA’s TRANSform Conference held Sept. 29 – Oct. 2, 2024, in Anaheim, CA. As the transportation industry experiences a critical moment, with women leaving at unprecedented rates—particularly those in leadership roles and those balancing careers with motherhood—this roundtable aims to tackle the root causes of these issues. Peak-Finney will join influential voices in exploring the barriersSEE DETAILS <...

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Are you looking for a rewarding career with great benefits and an opportunity to make a difference in your community? Look no further! MAX Transit is excited to announce an upcoming job fair, set to take place on September 26th and 27th, from 10AM to 2PM. This event is your chance to explore exciting career opportunities within our transit system as we seek to recruit dedicated bus operators, skilled mechanic, and detailed maintenance staff. With competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the chance to be a part of a team thatSEE DETAILS

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Birmingham, AL – In a remarkable show of growth, ridership on MAX Transit’s Birmingham Xpress bus rapid transit (BRT) system has surged by an impressive 71% over last summer. The Birmingham Xpress, which runs east to west across the city, has quickly become a vital transportation link for residents, commuters, and visitors alike. Launched to provide efficient and reliable public transportation, the Birmingham Xpress (BX) connects key neighborhoods and destinations, making travel across Birmingham faster and more convenient. The BRT system’s dedicated lanes and priority traffic signaling allow buses toSEE DETAILS <span class="more-link-hover-imag...

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