The Texas State Legislature authorized the creation of local transit authorities in 1973. In 1978, Houston-area voters created METRO and approved a one-cent sales tax to support its operations. METRO opened for business in January 1979. The Authority has transformed a broken bus fleet into a regional multimodal transportation system. 

Communities that are part of the METRO area include the cities of Houston, Bellaire, Bunker Hill Village, El Lago, Hedwig Village, Hilshire Village, Humble, Hunters Creek, Katy, Missouri City, Piney Point, Southside Place, Spring Valley, Taylor Lake Village and West University Place. Major portions of unincorporated Harris County are also included.

Transportation

Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County

Thomas Jasien

Samuel Chavez

Steve Gatson

Danicel Whitaker

Ujari Mohite

Alphonso E. Watson Sr.

Thomas J. Jasien

The Leadership Team at the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and operational management of METRO’s multimodal transportation services. This team, composed of key executives across various domains, collaborates to drive innovation, ensure safety, enhance community partnerships, and optimize financial performance, all aimed at creating an efficient and accessible transit system for the diverse communities within the METRO area.

Leadership Team

Transportation Operations and Safety

Public Policy and Community Engagement

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Transportation Operations and Safety

Public Policy and Community Engagement