Arkansas Transit Association

10/13/2026

⚾ What a Great Way to Kick Off Our Annual Conference!

The first day of the 2026 Arkansas Public Transportation Conference kicked off with a fantastic tour of Dickey-Stephens Park in North Little Rock!

A special THANK YOU to ARDOT Transportation for helping make this tour possible and to Dickey-Stephens Park for hosting our group!

We're looking forward to two more great days of learning, networking, and celebrating public transportation across Arkansas!

10/12/2026

10/09/2026

🎉 ATA Welcomes New Executive Director Solomon Graves!

The Arkansas Transit Association is excited to announce Solomon Graves as our new Executive Director!

With nearly 20 years of experience in public policy, government relations, and community engagement, Solomon brings proven leadership and a wealth of experience as we begin an exciting new chapter for public transportation in Arkansas!

His impressive background in public service, organizational leadership, and building strong partnerships will be a valuable asset to ATA and our members across the state.

We are excited about the future of ATA and all that lies ahead!

Please join us in giving Solomon a warm welcome to the ATA family!

10/07/2026

🎉 ONLY 5 DAYS TO GO! 🎉

The countdown is officially on for the 2026 Arkansas Public Transportation Conference! 🚌

We can’t wait to welcome everyone to North Little Rock for three days of learning, networking, great speakers, vendors, and plenty of fun!

📍 Wyndham Riverfront Hotel – North Little Rock
📅 October 12–14, 2026

Get ready—we’ll see you soon! 💚💙

09/28/2026

Click here to register👉 https://arkansastransit.com/conference/

09/24/2026

📅 Mark your calendars! Here are several upcoming conferences this October!

09/22/2026

🎉 ATA Welcomes Ashley Kimbrell to the Board of Directors!

ATA is pleased to welcome Ashley Kimbrell, SEAT Program Director for the Area Agency on Aging of Southeast Arkansas (AAASEA), to the ATA Board of Directors! Ashley will serve as Position #5 – Paratransit Service/Elderly Representative.

Ashley brings 13 years of public transportation experience and currently oversees Southeast Arkansas Transportation’s rural public transportation and Medicaid non-emergency transportation programs throughout southeast Arkansas.

A lifelong southeast Arkansas resident, Ashley is passionate about the important role transportation plays in independence, health, and quality of life, especially for older adults and individuals with disabilities.

👏 Welcome to the ATA Board, Ashley! We look forward to working with you as you serve Arkansas’s public transportation community!

09/21/2026

🌟 ATA Member Spotlight: Arkansas Enterprises for the Developmentally Disabled (AEDD) 🌟

On August 25, AEDD celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its new Community Housing home in Argenta! ATA Communications Coordinator Rebecca East was honored to join AEDD and community partners for this special occasion.

Brandon Hartsell, Director of CES Waiver Services with AEDD, shared:

“We are extremely excited about providing new housing and employment opportunities in the Argenta area for those challenged with disabilities. We look forward to becoming a productive and positive addition to the fast-growing area.”

Congratulations to AEDD and everyone who helped make this new home possible! ATA is proud to spotlight the meaningful work our members are doing in communities across Arkansas.

📣 Want your agency featured in an upcoming ATA Member Spotlight? Let us know! We’d love to showcase your agency and the great work you’re doing in your community.

09/17/2026

📣 Sponsorship Opportunities Are Still Available!

Showcase your organization at the 2026 Arkansas Public Transportation Conference, October 12–14 in North Little Rock!

Sponsorship is a great way to support public transportation in Arkansas while getting your organization in front of transit professionals from across the state.

👉 View available sponsorship opportunities:
https://form.jotform.com/251615781366159

We appreciate the support of our conference sponsors and look forward to seeing everyone in North Little Rock!

09/16/2026

📰 Check out ATA’s Monthly Newsletter!

Catch up on the latest ATA news, member highlights, training opportunities, upcoming events, transit resources, and more!
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