avta

AVTA, or Antelope Valley Transit Authority, is a public transportation agency that provides bus and paratransit services in the Antelope Valley region of northern Los Angeles County, California. The service area includes the communities of Lancaster, Palmdale, and surrounding areas.

AVTA operates as a joint powers authority and is governed by a board of directors representing the jurisdictions that fund and control transit in the area. The agency's mission is to improve mobility and reduce traffic congestion by delivering integrated, efficient transit services.

Services include fixed-route bus service, demand-responsive paratransit for eligible riders, and a vanpool program. In addition, AVTA operates commuter services connecting the valley to regional destinations.

Fleet and technology investments include a mix of conventional and alternative-fuel buses, such as compressed natural gas and battery-electric vehicles, along with maintenance facilities, data systems, and passenger information tools to support operation.

Funding for AVTA comes from fare revenue, state and federal grants, and local subsidies, with planning conducted in coordination with member jurisdictions. Service levels and routes are adjusted periodically in response to ridership, budget, and community needs.