TOPEKA, KANSAS (September 17, 2025) -- On Tuesday, September 17, 2025, the Topeka City Council voted to restore partial funding to Topeka Metro's fiscal year 2026 budget. This decision reverses a prior vote on September 2, 2025, which had prevented Topeka Metro from exceeding the Revenue Neutral Rate.Due to the revenue shortfall, Topeka Metro had planned public meetings to discuss potential service reductions on September 27 and 30, 2025, but those meetings have now been cancelled.

Topeka Metro is appreciative to the City Council for restoring this vital funding. Our top priority remains ensuring that our riders can rely on public transit to reach their destinations safely and efficiently. 

Regarding substantial loss of funding source, forcing reduction in service

Topeka Metro staff will be interviewing applicants for public transit bus operator on THURSDAY, JUNE 12th at the Topeka Workforce Center (1430 SW Topeka Blvd, #2) from 1 - 3 p.m.

We are seeking individuals who like working with people! if you have a good driving record, have a CDL or willing to obtain one, and want a rewarding career helping your community, this is the job for you! 

Go to our website at www.topekametro.org/careers and look for the link with the application for public transit bus operator. You can either download it & bring it with you or send it to us. Must be 21 or older for this position.

CDL Class A or B with Passenger Endorsement required. Permits must be obtained before start date if not already licensed. More details at the Job Fair.

Earn up to $26.61 per hour after 18 months. We provide paid training and offer excellent benefits including employer paid health insurance and KPErS retirement. 

Topeka Metro bus operators play an important role in our community, as they transport people to school, work, medical and more! 

Topeka Metro will present information and obtain public input regarding proposed MOD (Metro On-Demand) service changes to be effective August 3, 2025.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend and offer input on these proposed service changes. Two public meetings are scheduled prior to a special Board of Directors Decision Meeting. The public can also attend the special Board meeting.

The public meetings will have an open house format allowing members of the public to come and go freely, while providing an opportunity to obtain information, ask questions of Topeka Metro Staff, and provide comments. Comments will also be accepted through the Decision Meeting on June 23, 2025, in person at the Quincy Street Station (820 SE Quincy St.), by phone at 785-783-7000, by fax at 785-354-8476, on the website at https://www.topekametro.org/contact-us, email at modinfo@topekametro.org and via regular mail. 

Public Meeting #1            When:            Thursday, June 12, 2025, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
                                             Where:           Deer Creek Community Center
                                                                     2345 SE 25th St.

Public Meeting #2             When:          Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 7:00 am – 9:00 am
                                              Where:         Quincy Street Station Lobby
                                                                    820 SE Quincy St.

Decision Meeting             When:           Monday, June 23, 2025, 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
                                             Where:         Quincy Street Station South Meeting Room
                                                                   820 SE Quincy St.

Requests for ADA accommodation must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the meeting by calling Topeka Metro customer service at 785-783-7000.

We're hiring transit bus operators! Stop by the south meeting room at Quincy Street Station (820 SE Quincy, Topeka) on:

• Thursday, June 5 - 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

• Friday, June 6 - 11:00 am to 1:00 pm

• Saturday, June 7 - 9:00 am to 11:00 am

We're looking for friendly, reliable drivers with a CDL—or those willing to get one. Enjoy great benefits and a rewarding career in public transit.

On-site:

• Meet our team

• Interviews & CDL verification

• Background checks for selected applicants

Please park at: 901 SE Quincy (across from Quincy Street Station).

Apply online beforehand: www.topekametro.org/careers

We hope to see you there!

TOPEKA, KAN. (April 21, 2025) – Topeka Metro’s popular Kids Ride FREE! promotion returns May 1 through August 30, 2025. Youth 18 and under can ride fixed-route buses at no cost.

This program offers key benefits:

•     Affordability – Helps families save on transportation during summer.
•     Independence – Youth can travel on their own to summer school, jobs, pools, the library, and more.
•     Safety & Reliability – Buses provide a secure, dependable option for young riders.
•     Skill Development – Encourages confidence and real-world navigation skills.
  
  

"The Kids Ride FREE! program eases financial strain for families and encourages young people to navigate public transportation as well as learning to be more self-sufficient," said Topeka Metro General Manager Bob Nugent. "Our bus operators are supportive and make sure youth can travel safely to a variety of destinations within the city."

Teens may be asked to show ID; riders under 5 years-old are required to be accompanied by an adult. Plan your trip easily at topekametro.mytransitride.com or call customer service at 785-783-7000. Visit topekametro.org for more info.

Bus Operations Hours:

Mon–Fri: 5:40 a.m. – 6:40 p.m.
Sat: 8:30 a.m. – 6:40 p.m.