MTA Youth Transit Council
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Youth Transit Council

Want to be a part of something extraordinary?

The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) Youth Transit Council is a volunteer advisory group that offers young people in the Baltimore area an opportunity to learn about the MTA transit service based on topics geared toward their transit experience. There will also be opportunities to share feedback in a constructive and meaningful way. While the Youth Transit Council does not establish regulations or policy, it does connect young people with the MTA staff responsible for providing public transit service.

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Overview

Learn about our Vision
How to Get Involved
Read Former Members Experiences

Upcoming Dates/Agenda

  • Orientation, October 26, 2024

Our Vision

Youth Transit Council Meeting
Youth Transit Council Meeting
Youth Transit Council Meeting
Youth Transit Council Meeting

We are committed to fostering an environment that embraces and values and the voices of young people. By fostering understanding and collaboration between MTA and its young customers, we ensure that their views are not only heard but also respected in the process. Through our efforts, we aim to bridge the gap between MTA and young individuals to create a more connected transportation system that addresses their unique aspirations.

How to Get Involved

The Maryland Transit Administration is looking for 20 Youth Transit Council members to create a representative group across age, geography, demographics, and schools. Members will serve 9-month terms starting in the fall of the academic year with an option to re-new for a second term.

Membership Requirements include:

  • Must be 14-18 years of age by date of application
  • Must be a resident of the MTA service area
  • Must be able to attend at least 6 meetings per academic calendar year

Youth Transit Council meetings may be virtual, hybrid, or in-person at a location within the MTA service area, which may include schools, public libraries, an MTA facility or other locations accessible by public transit. Meeting times may vary, but will generally be 2 hours in length and held on Saturday mornings.

Hear what former members said about their council experience

2023-24 Council Member

“Members were able to give input into what happened at meetings and we were briefed in depth about all of the MTAs functions”

2023-24 Council Member

“I liked how the size of the group, there was always enough people for meaningful conversation to take place between council members”