Mission & Vision
Our Journey Continues
You Are What Drives Us!
The Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA) is proud to be the regional mobility solutions provider for the 1.3 million residents across the greater Columbus and Central Ohio area, connecting people with more than 12 million trips every single year.
Grounded in a shared understanding, COTA’s leadership refined the agency’s Mission, Vision and Values to better align purpose with action. Together, they guide both daily service and long-term planning, shaping how we respond to the evolving needs of our growing communities and build a future where mobility is accessible, reliable and equitable.
Our Mission:
Move Every Life Forward
Our Vision:
Safe, reliable and convenient connections for our growing community.
Download COTA’s Strategic Plan to learn more.
Our Transit Centers and Terminals
- COTA Customer Experience Center: 33 N. High St.
- Mobility Services: 1330 Fields Ave.
- South Terminal: 25 E. Rich St.
- Spring Street Terminal: 33 W. Spring St.
- Easton Transit Center: 4260 Transit Dr.
- Near East Transit Center: 1125 E. Main St.
- Linden Transit Center: 1390 Cleveland Ave.
- Northland Transit Center: 5495 Cleveland Ave.
- Mobility Center at Rickenbacker: London-Groveport Rd. & Shook Rd.
Moving Forward With COTA’s President/CEO
Stay connected with COTA President/CEO Monica Téllez-Fowler through a regular digital newsletter. Get updates on key initiatives, COTA’s achievements, upcoming community events and the people shaping the future of mobility in Central Ohio.