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Connectings Northwest Arkansas Through Creativity, Transit and Community. COMMUNITY & ART CONNECTING NORTHWEST ARKANSAS THROUGH CREATIVITY, TRANSIT AND COMMUNITY About ORT engages with local artists and organizations to bring art into everyday transit spaces- from buses to community events. Our goal is to make public transit a place where creativity and connection can thrive. Artist: Octavio Logo Artist: Octavio Logo Art & Culture Impact Newsletter Mobile Art Gallery on Wheels Turning buses into gallery spaces on wheels and art experiences out in the community. We are helping connect art and public transit in the community by displaying local art inside the bus for riders to connect and engage with local artists and address mental health in our community. Ozark Regional Transit partnered with Art Ventures to turn Route 20 into a moving gallery, featuring artwork by local artists through the Crystal Bridges CB2U program. This collaboration brings art directly to our buses, celebrating creativity, inclusivity, and the vibrant communities we serve- making every ride on Route 20 a little more inspiring. Submit Your Art First name(Obligatorio) Email(Obligatorio) Short Bio(Obligatorio) Link Your Website or Portfolio Show Us Your Work Upload File Submit Community Turning buses into gallery spaces on wheels and art experiences out in the community. ORT History & Past Projects School Collaborations

Reach Northwest Arkansas with Maximum Impact Advertisement Advertise With ORT Reach Northwest Arkansas with Maximum Impact Advertise with Ozark Regional Transit Authority and reach thousands every day. Our buses travel through Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville, putting your brand directly in front of commuters, pedestrians, and drivers across Northwest Arkansas. With options on both the exterior and interior of our buses, your message moves with the city, capturing attention wherever it goes. Why Choose ORT for Your Advertising? High Visibility: Engage thousands of people every day as our buses traverse high-traffic routes. Strategic Coverage: Target key cities and neighborhoods across Northwest Arkansas. Versatile Options: Choose from exterior wraps, interior panels, bus stop shelters, and full bus wraps to maximize impact. Advertising Opportunities Exterior Bus Ads: Eye-catching designs on bus sides for maximum street exposure. Interior Bus Panels: Connect with a captive audience during their daily commute. Shelter Advertising: High-visibility panels at bus stops in strategic locations. Full Bus Wraps: Transform an entire bus into a mobile billboard to make your brand impossible to ignore. Partner with Houck Ads As a trusted partner, Houck Ads brings years of experience in transit advertising, guiding your campaign from concept to execution for measurable results. Contact Our Senior Account Executive: Cayce Wallace Senior Account Executive, Houck Ads Office: 417-848-9202 | Email: cayce@houckads.com Ready to Drive Your Brand Forward? Start today by contacting us or exploring more at Houck Ads . Read More

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ORT's Fixed Route transit is a traditional bus service that operates on set routes, schedules and stops. Zero $ Fixed Routes Ozark Regional Transit Authority connects communities across Northwest Arkansas, providing access to neighborhoods, shopping centers, employment hubs, medical facilities, and schools. Our routes offer reliable, affordable transportation for daily commutes, errands, and essential services. Our fixed routes run on a regular schedule, stopping at key locations every 30 minutes for your convenience. Schedules and routes are planned in partnership with each city to meet local needs and enhance mobility across the region. Explore the routes below to view schedules, maps, and service details to plan your trip. Plan Your Trip Citymapper PassioGO Fayetteville Fixed Routes Click to view the city schedule and route maps below to plan your trip. Route 10 Route 20 Route 490 Inclement Weather Routes Springdale Fixed Routes Click to view the city schedule and route maps below to plan your trip. Route 61 Route 62 Route 490 Inclement Weather Routes Rogers Fixed Routes Click to view the city schedule and route maps below to plan your trip. Route 53 Route 54 Route 490 Bentonville / Rogers Connector (BRC) Inclement Weather Routes Bentonville Fixed Routes Click to view the city schedule and route maps below to plan your trip. Route 14 Route 15 Route 16 Route 17 Route 490 Bentonville / Rogers Connector (BRC) Inclement Weather Routes

Our Vision for Expanding Transit in NWA's Smaller Communities Vision For Expansion HUNTSVILLE BELLA VISTA MORE INFO COMING SOON Our Vision for Expanding Transit in NWA’s Smaller Communities Ozark Regional Transit Authority is committed to growing alongside Northwest Arkansas. As our region continues to expand, so does the need for reliable, accessible transportation in smaller and developing communities. This page highlights our vision for the future-connecting rural towns and emerging neighborhoods to the jobs, healthcare, education, and opportunities that make NWA thrive. We believe every community, no matter its size, deserves access to safe and dependable transit. By planning thoughtfully and partnering with local leaders, we aim to build new routes, improve regional connectivity, and ensure residents can travel easily within their towns and across the broader region. These are our hopes, our plans, and the steps we’re taking toward a more connected NWA. Anchor 1 Huntsville The City of Huntsville | Strategic Community Plan Click the blue button above the instructional videos to open the interactive Huntsville map. Click the comment bubble. A blue bubble is for Desktop and a white bubble is for Mobile. Navigate on the map and zoom in or out to find the general area where you live. Click on the map to drop a pin approximately where you live. In the information box that appears, enter your ADDRESS, NAME, and EMAIL. Click “Post” to submit your information. Complete. Thank you for your participation and your interest in Ozark Regional Transit in Huntsville! How To Add Your Pin CLICK HERE TO ADD YOUR PIN Desktop Tutorial Mobile Tutorial

Ozark Regional Transit invites qualified vendors, agencies and professionals to participate in our competitive procurement process. Ozark Regional Transit Authority invites qualified vendors, agencies, and professionals to participate in our competitive procurement process. Below, you will find open solicitations, upcoming opportunities, and archived RFPs. Our goal is to make the process simple, transparent, and accessible to all vendors. Request For Proposals Current & Archived Bids and RFPs This table provides public access to Ozark Regional Transit Authority active and historical solicitations in accordance with federal, state, and local procurement guidelines. Each listing includes the project name, status, close date, and a link to the full project details. Project Status Close Date View Project Details Financial & Compliance Audit Services Transit Advertising Services CLOSED CLOSED Jan. 20, 2026 Nov. 26, 2024 Click to view Click to view Doing Business With ORT Program Learn More

Real Feedback from Real Riders Rider Testimonials Share Your Experience! We'd love to hear from you! Whether you want to share positive feedback, recognize a driver who made your day or tell us how we can improve, your voice matters! Thank you for riding with us and helping make ORT better for everyone. First name* Your City* How do you use ORT most often?* What's your favorite thing about ORT?* How can we improve?* Send Feedback complaint feedback review issue concern report a problem

Simple. Reliable. Affordable. Ride with ORT Across Northwest Arkansas Simple. Reliable. Affordable See Routes & Schedules Plan It. Track It. Ride It! Flexible ways to get where you're going. Whether you’re commuting to work, heading to school, or exploring Northwest Arkansas, ORT makes getting around easy- with fixed routes, on-demand service, and real-time tracking. PLAN CITYMAPPER TRACK PassioGO BOOK ORT On Demand Transit That Connects Your City Ozark Regional Transit Authority (ORT) serves communities across Northwest Arkansas with flexible public transportation options designed to meet local needs. Each city offers unique service features, including fixed routes, on-demand transit, and connections to regional destinations. Whether you’re commuting daily or riding occasionally, ORT makes it easy to get where you need to go - right in your city. Did you know your city helps fund public transit? We team up with local leaders to bring buses where they’re needed most. Want transit in your neighborhood? Email ortinformation@ozark.org and contact your city council rep! City of Fayetteville Route Schedule City of Springdale Route Schedule City of Rogers Route Schedule City of Bentonville Route Schedule

Use This Guide to Get Started! ORT Rider's Guide Whether you are visiting Northwest Arkansas for the first time or making lifestyle changes to your daily routine, use this guide to get started on your car-free trips around the area. ORT Rider Policy First Time Bike Riders Download A Copy of Policy Ride SMART with Rider's Guide - Quick & Easy Transit Info Find your route, understand how to ride, and get moving in Northwest Arkansas. Fixed Routes $0 On-Demand $1.25 per trip for up to 5 riders. ADA Paratransit Qualifying individuals can schedule an ORT complimentary ADA Paratransit Ride. Plan It. Track It. Ride It! Flexible ways to get where you're going. Whether you’re commuting to work, heading to school, or exploring Northwest Arkansas, Ozark Regional Transit Authority (ORT) makes getting around easy- with fixed routes, on-demand service, and real-time tracking. Citymapper Plan Trips PassioGO Track Buses ORT On-Demand Book Rides Bike Tutorial rider rules food drinks beverages Bikes on ORT Buses All ORT buses are equipped with front-mounted bike racks and currently serve over 22 bicycle riders each day- making it easy to combine biking and transit. How to Use the Bike Rack Before You Load Remove any loose items (water bottles, bags, pumps). If the rack is folded up, squeeze the handle and lower it. The rack weighs less than 30 lbs and is easy to use. Loading Your Bike Load only from the curb side or directly in front of the bus. Place your bike in an open wheel slot. If it’s the only bike, use the slot farthest from the bus. Pull the support arm up and over the front tire. The hook should rest on the highest point of the tire. (Optional) Secure your bike with a personal lock. While You Ride Board the bus. There is no additional cost to bring a bike. Let the driver know you’ll be unloading your bike when you request your stop. Unloading Your Bike Lower the support arm. Lift your bike out of the rack. If the rack is empty, fold it back up . Step away from the bus with your bike.

For more than five decades, Ozark Regional Transit has been a steady force connecting people, places and opportunites across Northwest Arkansas. Our Journey Moving the Ozarks Forward For more than five decades, Ozark Regional Transit Authority has been a steady force connecting people, places, and opportunities across Northwest Arkansas. What began in the 1970s as a small, community-driven effort to serve elderly and rural residents has grown into a regional public transit system that supports daily life, economic mobility, and regional growth. Throughout its history, ORT has evolved alongside the communities it serves- expanding routes, embracing new service models, and responding to challenges with resilience and innovation. From the introduction of fixed routes to the launch of on-demand transit and fare-free service, each milestone reflects a continued commitment to accessibility, equity, and connection. This timeline highlights the key moments that shaped ORT into what it is today: a trusted public service dedicated to moving Northwest Arkansas forward- together. Ozark Regional Transit Authority Historical Timeline & Where We Are Today Where We Are Today Today, ORT stands as a dynamic and growing public transportation provider in Northwest Arkansas, serving the communities of Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville with a mix of fixed-route and on-demand services tailored to the region’s evolving needs. ORT continues to offer zero-fare fixed routes that run throughout the workweek, while its On-Demand Transit (ODT) service- bookable via the ORT On-Demand app- provides flexible, app-based rides within designated zones Monday through Saturday for a modest fare. ORT also maintains complementary ADA paratransit ensuring broad accessibility for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and residents beyond core fixed-route coverage areas. Together, these enhancements reflect ORT’s commitment to providing safer, more reliable, and more connected transit options in a rapidly growing region- balancing traditional fixed routes with innovative, data-driven service models that respond to changing travel patterns and rider expectations.

Ozark Regional Transit is committed to transparency, accountability and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Legal & Policy Information Ozark Regional Transit Authority is committed to transparency, accountability, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This page provides access to our key policies, legal notices, and public documents. Notice of Non-discrimination Title VI Ozark Regional Transit (ORT) complies with all civil rights provisions of federal statutes and related authorities that prohibit discrimination in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. ORT does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, Limited English Proficiency (LEP), or low-income status in the admission, access to, and treatment of individuals in ORT programs and activities, as well as in ORT’s hiring and employment practices. Complaints of alleged discrimination and inquiries regarding ORT’s non-discrimination policies may be directed to: Joel Gardner Executive Director (ADA/504/Title VI Coordinator) 2423 East Robinson, Springdale, Arkansas 72764 (479) 756-5901 | Email: ortinformation@ozark.org NOTE: Free language assistance for individuals with Limited English Proficiency is available upon request. This notice is available from the ADA/504/Title VI Coordinator in large print, on audio tape, and in Braille. Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) Policy Statement September 10, 2025 The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) published a final rule (49CFR part 26.1) on the DBE program on April 9, 2024, and provided guidance to help Tier 2 recipients comply with the new requirements. Tier 2 recipients are FTA grant recipients that award $670,000 or less in federal transit funds annually. They are subject to a subset of the DBE program provisions, including reporting requirements and the small business element. Ozark Regional Transit Authority (ORT) is an FTA grant recipient that awards less than $670,000 in contracting opportunities and is therefore categorized as a Tier 2 recipient. Notwithstanding, it is the goal of ORT to ensure that DBEs as defined in 49CFR part 26 have an equal opportunity to receive and participate in FTA/DOT assisted contracting opportunities. It is also ORT’s goal to: Ensure nondiscrimination in the award and administration of FTA/DOT assisted contracts. Ensure DBEs can compete fairly for FTA/DOT assisted contracts. Ensure that only firms that fully meet 49CFR part 26 eligibility standards are permitted to participate as DBEs. This statement has been circulated with ORT’s staff and is to be posted on the ORT website at www.ozark.org for public viewing. Joel Gardner, Executive Director Ozark Regional Transit Authority DBE Certified Companies ORT DBE Manual ARDOT DBE ORT DBE Goal USDOT Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Statement Ozark Regional Transit has a strong commitment to the community we serve and our employees. As an equal opportunity employer, we strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Ozark Regional Transit Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, or other forms of compensation. All applicants and employees have the right to file complaints alleging discrimination. Retaliation against an individual who files a charge or complaint of discrimination, participates in an employment discrimination proceeding (such as an investigation or lawsuit), or otherwise engages in protected activity is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. Ozark Regional Transit is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees who need them because of a disability or to practice or observe their religion, absent undue hardship. As Ozark Regional Transit's Executive Director, I maintain overall responsibility and accountability for Ozark Regional Transit's compliance with its EEO Policy and Program. To ensure day-to-day management, including program preparation, monitoring, and complaint investigation, I have appointed Gail Delancey, Human Resource Manager, gdelancey@ozark.org or 479-756-5901 as Ozark Regional Transit's EEO Officer. Gail Delancey will report directly to me and act with my authority with all levels of management and employees. All Ozark Regional Transit executives, management, and supervisory personnel, however, share in the responsibility for implementing and monitoring Ozark Regional Transit's EEO policy and program within their respective areas and will be assigned specific tasks to ensure compliance. Ozark Regional Transit will evaluate its managers and supervisors’ performance on their successful implementation of Ozark Regional Transit's policies and procedures, in the same way Ozark Regional Transit assesses their performance regarding other agencies' goals. Ozark Regional Transit is committed to developing and implementing a written nondiscrimination program that sets forth the policies, practices, and procedures, with goals and timetables, to which the agency is committed, and to making the EEO Program available for inspection by any employee or applicant for employment upon request. I am personally committed to a workplace that acts upon its daily responsibility to treat all applicants and employees with dignity and respect, as well as equitably under the guidelines of our EEO Policy and Program. EEO Policy Statement PDF Grievance Form Title VI Assurance ORT (hereinafter referred to as "Recipient") hereby agrees that, as a condition to receiving any federal financial assistance from the Department of Transportation (DOT), it will comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 194, 78 Stat. 252, 42 USC 2000d-42, USC 2000-d-4 (hereinafter referred to as the "Act"), and all requirements imposed by or pursuant to Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, DOT, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally Assisted Programs of the DOT effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (hereinafter referred to as the "regulations"), and other pertinent directives. No person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under and program or activity for which the Recipient receives Federal Financial Assistance from the DOT, including the FTA and hereby gives assurance that it will promptly take any measures necessary to effectuate this agreement. This assurance is required by subsection 21.7(a) of the Regulations. Ozark Regional Transit Title VI Program PDF Federally Required and Other Contract Clause