Metro Board Welcomes Two New Trustees

CINCINNATI -
The Metro Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the swearing in of two new members and expressed their gratitude to one outgoing member at its monthly meeting Tuesday evening.

The Metro Board, comprised of 16 dedicated volunteers, plays a vital role in overseeing the operations and strategic direction of the transit agency. Eleven members are appointed by Hamilton County, while the remaining five are appointed by the city of Cincinnati. Three of Hamilton County's appointees serve as non-voting members, representing Butler, Clermont, and Warren counties.

The two new members are:

Kala Gibson, Executive Vice President, Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer, Fifth Third Bancorp (City of Cincinnati appointee)

Greg Simpson, Owner, Key Transportation Services (Hamilton County appointee, Clermont County representative, non-voting)

"The newly appointed trustees bring a wealth of experience and expertise to the Board," said Blake Ethridge, Chair of the Metro Board of Trustees. "Their passion for our community and deep understanding of the transportation needs make them valuable additions to our board. We look forward to working together to enhance the quality of life for all residents through accessible and reliable transportation options."

Finally, the Board expressed its gratitude to outgoing member Roderick Hinton by honoring who served on the Metro Board since 2018. To learn more about the Metro Board and the rest of its members, visit http://www.go-metro.com/sorta.