North Central Area Transit - NCAT

09/25/2026

Your voice matters. Make sure it’s counted!

If you’re planning to vote, NCAT can help you get there — FREE. Whether you vote during Early Voting or on November 3, we’ll get you to the polls.

🚍 Free rides. No eligibility requirements.
📞 Call 833-433-NCAT (6228) to schedule your ride.

Your vote is your voice. Make sure you have the opportunity to use it.

09/23/2026

NCAT is looking for reliable, outgoing, customer-focused individuals to join our team!!

Check out ridencat.com/employment for details and how to apply.

NCAT employees must have a clean driving record, pass a DOT medical exam, pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing, and a national background check.

09/21/2026

LaSalle County, we need your voice!

What are the biggest health needs in our community? Your input will help shape the LaSalle County IPLAN and guide future health priorities.

📝 Take a few minutes to complete the survey and help build a healthier LaSalle County!

🚨Deadline Extended🚨There is still time...please scan the QR code or click this link to complete the survey by September 30th!
https://form.jotform.com/260073823776159

09/07/2026

🚌 Today, even NCAT is taking a little R&R! 😎

Happy Labor Day, LaSalle County! Today is a day to celebrate the people who work hard, pitch in, and help make our communities better every day.

NCAT is closed today, Monday, September 7, for the Labor Day holiday. We’ll be back on the road tomorrow!

Enjoy the long weekend and have a safe and happy Labor Day!

09/04/2026

NCAT will be closed Monday, September 7 for Labor Day as we take a well-deserved break to celebrate the hardworking people who make our communities great.

Enjoy the long weekend, soak up a little sunshine, and we’ll see you back on the road Tuesday, September 8!

09/02/2026

Reminder!!!

NCAT will be closed Monday, September 7th for Labor Day.

08/12/2026

Please be advised that transportation may experience delays due to severe weather conditions in the area.

We appreciate your patience and understanding.

08/11/2026

We have lost internet due to the storm. Please leave a voicemail and we will return your call as soon as we are back up. Thanks!

07/27/2026

Join our team!!

NCAT is looking to fill several positions. Go to https://ridencat.com/employment/ to review the job descriptions and download an application. Or, stop by NCAT in Ottawa and pick one up. Accepting applications until positions filled.

07/17/2026

I don't think we could have asked for a better way to celebrate Rural Transit Day!!!

Yesterday we had a visit from our friends at Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living (IVCIL) and they presented NCAT with a $500 donation from their July 11th Bubbles for Buses fundraiser.

Our state and federal transit grants require a 'local match' to unlock them, meaning community donations are multiplied to bring even more funding to our area. Your support directly helps us keep our wheels turning, expand our services, and keep LaSalle County connected!

Thank you to IVCIL and everyone who supported them (and us)!