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Transit System Plan Update

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Micro

Learn about CATS Micro, an on-demand, shared-ride transit option.

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Go Getters Wanted

We’re looking for incredible people to join our team and want to build a career with CATS.

Ongoing Improvements

Arrowood Park & Ride will be restriped beginning Mon. May 26. Plan for reduced parking at this time

Ride CATS Micro fare-free from June 1-7

The North Mecklenburg Village Rider and the Davidson Shuttle services will retire July 7, 2025.

Event calendar

Public Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC)

June 11, 2025

Metropolitan Transit Commission (MTC)

June 25, 2025

Transit Equity Day

February 04, 2026

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News & Topics

Village Rider and Davidson Shuttle Routes to Transition to CATS Micro

To help riders make a smooth transition, CATS is offering fare-free rides on CATS Micro from June 1–7.

May 27, 2025

Restriping of Arrowood Park and Ride as Part of Ongoing Improvements

Restriping serves a critical function in organizing traffic flow, maximizing space utilization and enhancing safety.

May 21, 2025

CATS 2025 Memorial Day Service Schedule

CATS is announcing that all bus, rail and paratransit services will operate on a Saturday schedule on Monday, May 26.

May 16, 2025

Gold Line Suspension due to Memorial Ceremony

Gold Line service will be temporarily suspended from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. on Friday, May 9, to accommodate a law enforcement memorial ceremony.

May 08, 2025

Rack and Ride Free with CATS on May 12 through 18

If you rack your bike on any CATS bus or rail vehicle, your transit ride is on the house from May 12 to 18!

May 06, 2025

Temporary Park and Ride Closure – PGA Championship

The Sharon Road West Park and Ride will be closed from May 12-18, to accommodate increased customers traveling to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club.

May 06, 2025

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News & Topics

Village Rider and Davidson Shuttle Routes to Transition to CATS Micro

To help riders make a smooth transition, CATS is offering fare-free rides on CATS Micro from June 1–7.

May 27, 2025

Restriping of Arrowood Park and Ride as Part of Ongoing Improvements

Restriping serves a critical function in organizing traffic flow, maximizing space utilization and enhancing safety.

May 21, 2025

CATS 2025 Memorial Day Service Schedule

CATS is announcing that all bus, rail and paratransit services will operate on a Saturday schedule on Monday, May 26.

May 16, 2025

Gold Line Suspension due to Memorial Ceremony

Gold Line service will be temporarily suspended from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. on Friday, May 9, to accommodate a law enforcement memorial ceremony.

May 08, 2025

Rack and Ride Free with CATS on May 12 through 18

If you rack your bike on any CATS bus or rail vehicle, your transit ride is on the house from May 12 to 18!

May 06, 2025

Temporary Park and Ride Closure – PGA Championship

The Sharon Road West Park and Ride will be closed from May 12-18, to accommodate increased customers traveling to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club.

May 06, 2025

View More News

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Rail

STS

Fares

Transit System Plan Update

Micro

Participate in our Rail, Fixed Route and Paratransit survey, for opportunities to win!

We’re looking for incredible people to join our team and want to build a career with CATS.

Arrowood Park & Ride will be restriped beginning Mon. May 26. Plan for reduced parking at this time

The North Mecklenburg Village Rider and the Davidson Shuttle services will retire July 7, 2025.

Event calendar

Public Transit Advisory Committee (PTAC)

Metropolitan Transit Commission (MTC)

Transit Equity Day

News & Topics

Village Rider and Davidson Shuttle Routes to Transition to CATS Micro

To help riders make a smooth transition, CATS is offering fare-free rides on CATS Micro from June 1–7.

Restriping of Arrowood Park and Ride as Part of Ongoing Improvements

Restriping serves a critical function in organizing traffic flow, maximizing space utilization and enhancing safety.

CATS 2025 Memorial Day Service Schedule

CATS is announcing that all bus, rail and paratransit services will operate on a Saturday schedule on Monday, May 26.

Gold Line Suspension due to Memorial Ceremony

Gold Line service will be temporarily suspended from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. on Friday, May 9, to accommodate a law enforcement memorial ceremony.

Rack and Ride Free with CATS on May 12 through 18

If you rack your bike on any CATS bus or rail vehicle, your transit ride is on the house from May 12 to 18!

Temporary Park and Ride Closure – PGA Championship

The Sharon Road West Park and Ride will be closed from May 12-18, to accommodate increased customers traveling to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club.

News & Topics

Village Rider and Davidson Shuttle Routes to Transition to CATS Micro

To help riders make a smooth transition, CATS is offering fare-free rides on CATS Micro from June 1–7.

Restriping of Arrowood Park and Ride as Part of Ongoing Improvements

Restriping serves a critical function in organizing traffic flow, maximizing space utilization and enhancing safety.

CATS 2025 Memorial Day Service Schedule

CATS is announcing that all bus, rail and paratransit services will operate on a Saturday schedule on Monday, May 26.

Gold Line Suspension due to Memorial Ceremony

Gold Line service will be temporarily suspended from 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. on Friday, May 9, to accommodate a law enforcement memorial ceremony.

Rack and Ride Free with CATS on May 12 through 18

If you rack your bike on any CATS bus or rail vehicle, your transit ride is on the house from May 12 to 18!

Temporary Park and Ride Closure – PGA Championship

The Sharon Road West Park and Ride will be closed from May 12-18, to accommodate increased customers traveling to the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club.