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Our Micro Flex // driven by Metro service is just $3.00 per person, per trip Pass programs aren't included in Micro Flex, all skeletons, ghouls, and goblins pay Find all the info you need 👉 microflex.ometro.com
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Transportation should never be what keeps someone from exercising their right to vote On Tuesday, Nov. 3rd, all rides on Metro buses, ORBT, and MOBY will be fare free for Election Day with Metro's Bus to Ballot program 🚍👉🗳️ Find all the info you need at ometro.com/BustoBallot
A graphic informing of Metro Transit's Bus to Ballot program on November 3rd 2026. Text reads "Free rides on Metro, ORBT, + MOBY"

ALT A graphic informing of Metro Transit's Bus to Ballot program on November 3rd 2026. Text reads "Free rides on Metro, ORBT, + MOBY"

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Each month, our Board of Directors meets to discuss current operations at Metro Transit and to vote on resolutions to further Metro's service and goals. This month, the Board approved:
A photo from a Metro Board of Directors meeting with people sitting in the audience. Above the photo is a grey rectangle with white text that says "Board Meeting, October 2026 Recap". Above the text is the Metro logo

ALT A photo from a Metro Board of Directors meeting with people sitting in the audience. Above the photo is a grey rectangle with white text that says "Board Meeting, October 2026 Recap". Above the text is the Metro logo

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Awarding of the contract for the 24th Street Planning Study to SRF The Title VI service equity analysis for the proposed December 2026 service changes A statement of interest in property on N 30th Street Changing the November Board meeting date
A drone photo of 24th St between Cass and Harney. A blue line has been drawn along 24th Street. At the top of the image is text in white and grey saying "24th Street Corridor Study"

ALT A drone photo of 24th St between Cass and Harney. A blue line has been drawn along 24th Street. At the top of the image is text in white and grey saying "24th Street Corridor Study"

Dark grey graphic with light grey Metro route lines in the background. White text says "Service Changes" with different colored circles around each letter in the word changes.

ALT Dark grey graphic with light grey Metro route lines in the background. White text says "Service Changes" with different colored circles around each letter in the word changes.

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The Board also heard updates from HR, Operations, Communications, and the Transit Advisory Committee. Community members can find the board packet and more info at ometro.com/board-of-director…
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Porchfest is kicking off fall this Sunday with concerts, games and outdoor fun! 🎶🍁 Metro Transit has routes that stop a block or less from the fest, including Routes 4, 15, 30, 35 and ORBT. Use the MyRide OMA app to plan your trip and get ready for great music and fall vibes!
Photo of the Route 35 bus at 16th & Davenport. Text reads, "Take the bus to Porchfest via Route 4, 15, 30, 35 + ORBT."

ALT Photo of the Route 35 bus at 16th & Davenport. Text reads, "Take the bus to Porchfest via Route 4, 15, 30, 35 + ORBT."

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Metro Transit has proposed changes to a few routes and fare policies, and we want your thoughts! You can let us know what you think through Sunday, October 4th at ometro.com/September2026 just scroll toward the bottom to get to the web form 🚍
Route 3: Photo of the Route 3 bus driving past UNMC. "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 3." "Would increase weekday evening frequency to every 30 minutes." "Aumentaría la frecuencia durante las tardes de lunes a viernes a cada 30 minutos."

ALT Route 3: Photo of the Route 3 bus driving past UNMC. "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 3." "Would increase weekday evening frequency to every 30 minutes." "Aumentaría la frecuencia durante las tardes de lunes a viernes a cada 30 minutos."

Route 24 (Daytime): "Potential/Posible Service Changes Route/Ruta 24 Daytime Changes." "Would increase frequency to every 15 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays between North Omaha TC and MCC South TC. Frequency between Q St and Harrison would decrease to every 30 minutes on weekdays and Sat because of low ridership in the area"

ALT Route 24 (Daytime): "Potential/Posible Service Changes Route/Ruta 24 Daytime Changes." "Would increase frequency to every 15 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays between North Omaha TC and MCC South TC. Frequency between Q St and Harrison would decrease to every 30 minutes on weekdays and Sat because of low ridership in the area"

Route 24 (Nighttime): Photo of the Route 24 bus at NOTC. "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 24." "Evening Changes." "Frequency would increase to every 30 minutes on weeknights and Saturday evenings starting around 6:45 p.m." "La frecuencia cambiaría cada 30 minutos durante las tardes de lunes a viernes y los sábados, a partir de aproximadamente las 6:45 p.m."

ALT Route 24 (Nighttime): Photo of the Route 24 bus at NOTC. "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 24." "Evening Changes." "Frequency would increase to every 30 minutes on weeknights and Saturday evenings starting around 6:45 p.m." "La frecuencia cambiaría cada 30 minutos durante las tardes de lunes a viernes y los sábados, a partir de aproximadamente las 6:45 p.m."

Route 94: Photo of the Route 94 bus at 16th & Davenport. "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 94." "Would add an extra trip to both morning and afternoon. New morning trip would depart Lakeside Park & Ride at 7:26 a.m. and arrive at 14th & Dodge at 8:06 a.m. New evening trip would depart from 14th & Dodge at 4:39 p.m. and arrive at Lakeside Park & Ride at 5:23 p.m."

ALT Route 94: Photo of the Route 94 bus at 16th & Davenport. "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 94." "Would add an extra trip to both morning and afternoon. New morning trip would depart Lakeside Park & Ride at 7:26 a.m. and arrive at 14th & Dodge at 8:06 a.m. New evening trip would depart from 14th & Dodge at 4:39 p.m. and arrive at Lakeside Park & Ride at 5:23 p.m."

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In September, Metro's outreach team hit the streets to let people know about proposed service changes, strolled with the community during the Fiestas Patrias parade, held How-to-Ride training sessions, and more! Have an event you think we should be at? Let us know, send us a DM!
A graphic to share what kinds of events Metro's outreach team attended in September. It reads "Outreach September: held several how-to-ride training sessions, strolled with a bus in the fiestas patrias parade, held four public meetings on proposed service changes" The background is a picture of two Metro outreach team members posing with a rider and a bus ticket

ALT A graphic to share what kinds of events Metro's outreach team attended in September. It reads "Outreach September: held several how-to-ride training sessions, strolled with a bus in the fiestas patrias parade, held four public meetings on proposed service changes" The background is a picture of two Metro outreach team members posing with a rider and a bus ticket

a Metro team member dancing enthusiastically with a bubble machine in a parade, a small bus is behind her, there are children in brightly colored clothes right in front of her

ALT a Metro team member dancing enthusiastically with a bubble machine in a parade, a small bus is behind her, there are children in brightly colored clothes right in front of her

A small Metro bus decorated with yellow flowers and colorful papel picado banners, displaying a sign that reads '¡Fiestas Patrias a bordo!' during a parade

ALT A small Metro bus decorated with yellow flowers and colorful papel picado banners, displaying a sign that reads '¡Fiestas Patrias a bordo!' during a parade

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Metro Transit offers training to local organizations on how to ride the bus! 🚌 Our Train the Trainer sessions go over things like: How to plan a trip How to pay How to use our apps Contact us to schedule a training session at [email protected]!
Metro Transit's Community Mobility Manager teaching people in a room about how to ride the bus. Text above the photo reads, "Schedule a Training Session With Us! Contact us at outreach@ometro.com".

ALT Metro Transit's Community Mobility Manager teaching people in a room about how to ride the bus. Text above the photo reads, "Schedule a Training Session With Us! Contact us at [email protected]".

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There's ONE more week to apply for our Transit Advisory Committee! -Do you want to connect your community with Metro Transit in new ways? -Are you interested in learning more about transit in Omaha? If yes, you're ready to apply! Visit ometro.com/tac for more info!
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We will be proposing service changes to Routes 3, 24 & 94, as well as potential fare option changes at MCC South Transit Center tomorrow from 2:30 - 6pm! Attend by taking Routes 3, 13, 24 & 95 or Micro Flex // driven by Metro. Find more details at ometro.com/September2026!
Blue background image. "Potential Service Changes Public Meetings." "MCC South Transit Center." "2801 Edward Babe Gomez Ave. September 23rd, 2:30 - 6pm. Routes 3, 13, 24, 95 + Micro Flex South Zone." "Find more details at ometro.com/September2026."

ALT Blue background image. "Potential Service Changes Public Meetings." "MCC South Transit Center." "2801 Edward Babe Gomez Ave. September 23rd, 2:30 - 6pm. Routes 3, 13, 24, 95 + Micro Flex South Zone." "Find more details at ometro.com/September2026."

Blue background image. "Posibles Cambios En El Servicio REUNIONES PÚBLICAS." "Centro de Tránsito Sur de MCC." "2801 Edward Babe Gomez Ave. 23 de septiembre, 2:30 - 6PM. Rutas 3, 13, 24, 95 + Zona Sur de Micro Flex." "Encuentra más detalles en ometro.com/September2026.

ALT Blue background image. "Posibles Cambios En El Servicio REUNIONES PÚBLICAS." "Centro de Tránsito Sur de MCC." "2801 Edward Babe Gomez Ave. 23 de septiembre, 2:30 - 6PM. Rutas 3, 13, 24, 95 + Zona Sur de Micro Flex." "Encuentra más detalles en ometro.com/September2026.

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The weekend is here, and that means it’s time for the Omaha Farmers Market! 🍏🌽🍇 You know what makes it even better? Letting us do the driving. Check out the full list of routes, plan your trip to get some local, fresh food, and track your bus – myride.ometro.com
Graphic showing a vibrant Metro bus and the phrase 'ride Metro to the Omaha farmers market' with small produce icons above on a green backdrop.

ALT Graphic showing a vibrant Metro bus and the phrase 'ride Metro to the Omaha farmers market' with small produce icons above on a green backdrop.

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Our Board of Directors met a week early this month and approved: Metro's 2027 tax levy Metro's overall annual budget for 2027 Renewal of Metro's fare system agreement for Umo The full board packet can be found at ometro.com/board-meetings.
Metro Transit's Board room during its monthly meeting. Text over the image reads, "Metro Board Meeting. September 2026 recap."

ALT Metro Transit's Board room during its monthly meeting. Text over the image reads, "Metro Board Meeting. September 2026 recap."

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We had a great time celebrating Hispanic heritage at the Fiestas Patrias Omaha parade last Saturday! Metro Transit is proud to serve our Hispanic communities and be part of this historic cultural celebration! Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉
A Metro Transit bus driving down 24th Street in Omaha, Nebraska with a parade line of vehicles behind it. A decorative banner on the front of the bus reads, "¡FIESTAS PATRIAS A BORDO!".

ALT A Metro Transit bus driving down 24th Street in Omaha, Nebraska with a parade line of vehicles behind it. A decorative banner on the front of the bus reads, "¡FIESTAS PATRIAS A BORDO!".

A Metro Transit employee handing Fiestas Patrias-themed bus stickers to a boy holding an open bag. Another boy stands next to him smiling.

ALT A Metro Transit employee handing Fiestas Patrias-themed bus stickers to a boy holding an open bag. Another boy stands next to him smiling.

A Metro Transit bus operator driving a bus and smiling at the camera.

ALT A Metro Transit bus operator driving a bus and smiling at the camera.

A Metro Transit bus turning a corner in the Fiestas Patrias parade while a crowd watches. A decorative banner on the front of the bus reads, "¡FIESTAS PATRIAS A BORDO!".

ALT A Metro Transit bus turning a corner in the Fiestas Patrias parade while a crowd watches. A decorative banner on the front of the bus reads, "¡FIESTAS PATRIAS A BORDO!".

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Metro Transit will be holding public meetings to go over potential service changes, including: - Retiring express route paper tickets - Replacing 30-day passes with monthly fare capping - Charging $2.00 for replacement Umo cards Find more details at ometro.com/September2026.
Proposed Fare Option Changes. Would retire paper tickets for express routes and exclusively accept Umo card/app or cash on board. Would replace 30-day passes with monthly fare capping via Umo card or app. Replacement Umo cards would cost $2.00 each. Find more details at ometro.com/September2026.

ALT Proposed Fare Option Changes. Would retire paper tickets for express routes and exclusively accept Umo card/app or cash on board. Would replace 30-day passes with monthly fare capping via Umo card or app. Replacement Umo cards would cost $2.00 each. Find more details at ometro.com/September2026.

Propuesto Cambios en las opciones de tarifa. Se eliminarían los boletos de papel para las rutas exprés y solo se aceptarían la tarjeta o aplicación Umo, o efectivo a bordo. Se remplazarían los pases de 30 días con un límite mensual de tarifas mediante la tarjeta o aplicación Umo. Las tarjetas Umo de reemplazo costarían $2.00 cada una. Encuentre más detalles en ometro.com/September2026.

ALT Propuesto Cambios en las opciones de tarifa. Se eliminarían los boletos de papel para las rutas exprés y solo se aceptarían la tarjeta o aplicación Umo, o efectivo a bordo. Se remplazarían los pases de 30 días con un límite mensual de tarifas mediante la tarjeta o aplicación Umo. Las tarjetas Umo de reemplazo costarían $2.00 cada una. Encuentre más detalles en ometro.com/September2026.

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We want to hear what you have to say! Metro Transit is proposing a number of service changes to several routes The first of a series of public meetings kicks off on Tuesday, September 15th at noon on Zoom All the details you need here: ometro.com/September2026
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New proposed service changes: Route 3: Every 30 min on weeknights Route 24 (Day): Every 15 min from NOTC to MCC, every 30 min from Q St to Harrison Route 24 (Night): Every 30 min Route 94: Extra trip for morning & afternoon For more info, check out ometro.com/September2026
"Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 3." "Would increase weekday evening frequency to every 30 minutes." "Aumentaría la frecuencia durante las tardes de lunes a viernes a cada 30 minutos."

ALT "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 3." "Would increase weekday evening frequency to every 30 minutes." "Aumentaría la frecuencia durante las tardes de lunes a viernes a cada 30 minutos."

"Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 24." "Daytime Changes." "Would increase frequency to every 15 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays between North Omaha Transit Center and MCC South Transit Center. Frequency between Q St and Harrison would decrease to every 30 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays. This is because of low ridership in the area."

ALT "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 24." "Daytime Changes." "Would increase frequency to every 15 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays between North Omaha Transit Center and MCC South Transit Center. Frequency between Q St and Harrison would decrease to every 30 minutes on weekdays and Saturdays. This is because of low ridership in the area."

"Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 24." "Evening Changes." "Frequency would increase to every 30 minutes on weeknights and Saturday evenings starting around 6:45 p.m." "La frecuencia cambiaría cada 30 minutos durante las tardes de lunes a viernes y los sábados, a partir de aproximadamente las 6:45 p.m."

ALT "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 24." "Evening Changes." "Frequency would increase to every 30 minutes on weeknights and Saturday evenings starting around 6:45 p.m." "La frecuencia cambiaría cada 30 minutos durante las tardes de lunes a viernes y los sábados, a partir de aproximadamente las 6:45 p.m."

"Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 94." "Would add an extra trip to both morning and afternoon. New morning trip would depart Lakeside Park & Ride at 7:26 a.m. and arrive at 14th & Dodge at 8:06 a.m. New evening trip would depart from 14th & Dodge at 4:39 p.m. and arrive at Lakeside Park & Ride at 5:23 p.m."

ALT "Potential/Posible Service Changes." "Route/Ruta 94." "Would add an extra trip to both morning and afternoon. New morning trip would depart Lakeside Park & Ride at 7:26 a.m. and arrive at 14th & Dodge at 8:06 a.m. New evening trip would depart from 14th & Dodge at 4:39 p.m. and arrive at Lakeside Park & Ride at 5:23 p.m."

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This Wed., Sept. 9, Metro's Board of Directors will host its budget hearing as a special board meeting. Community members can attend in person or through Zoom. The September Transit Advisory Committee meeting will follow the hearing. Get all the info at ometro.com/board
Dark grey graphic showing seven blue silhouettes seated at a table with a Metro logo on it. At the top of the graphic is white text saying "Get on Board" and below the table illustration is text saying "Budget Hearing - Special Board Meeting"

ALT Dark grey graphic showing seven blue silhouettes seated at a table with a Metro logo on it. At the top of the graphic is white text saying "Get on Board" and below the table illustration is text saying "Budget Hearing - Special Board Meeting"

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REMINDER: Metro Transit services will not run on Monday, September 7th in honor of the Labor Day holiday. Offices are also closed. Regular service will resume on Tuesday, September 8th, have a safe and happy day!
City street scene with a Metro bus and tall buildings, overlaid with a bold Happy Labor Day message and four blue stars.

ALT City street scene with a Metro bus and tall buildings, overlaid with a bold Happy Labor Day message and four blue stars.

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RIDER ALERT: Metro Transit services, including buses, ORBT, MOBY, and Micro Flex will not run on Monday, September 7th in honor of Labor Day. Metro's offices will also be closed. Service will resume on Tuesday, September 8th. Have a fun, safe holiday!
A graphic announcing that Metro Transit services will not run on Monday, September 7th for the Labor Day Holiday. Offices will be closed. Service will resume on Tuesday, September 8th. There is a picture of a Metro bus within the graphic on a downtown Omaha road

ALT A graphic announcing that Metro Transit services will not run on Monday, September 7th for the Labor Day Holiday. Offices will be closed. Service will resume on Tuesday, September 8th. There is a picture of a Metro bus within the graphic on a downtown Omaha road

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