MECOSTA OSCEOLA TRANSIT AUTHORITY ANNOUNCES NEW LOGO AND SLOGAN CONTEST

Big Rapids, Michigan, January 24, 2008 – The Mecosta Osceola Transit Authority (MOTA) announces a contest today to replace the current logo and slogan, which have been in use since July 2005.

“Our aim is to promote county-wide transit as an attractive option for students, shoppers, workers, seniors – anyone who needs to travel in Mecosta and Osceola counties,” said Ron Schalow, MOTA Board Secretary. “One of the most cost-effective ways to do this is to improve the appearance of our bus fleet with a fresh new logo and slogan.”

The contest is open to all residents of Mecosta or Osceola counties. A prize package totaling $100.00 in value is to be awarded to the contest winner. Contest entries can be submitted by email to NewMOTALogo@yahoo.com or by mail to: New MOTA Logo, Mecosta Osceola Transit Authority, 18710 16 Mile Rd., Big Rapids, MI 49307. Contest entries need to be received by March 31, 2008.

For additional information, contact Ron Schalow, MOTA Board Secretary at (231) 878-9272 or Karen Brewster, MOTA Director at (231) 796-4896.

MOTA and its predecessor companies have provided transportation services to the residents of Mecosta and Osceola counties for over 25 years.

Area Served:
Mecosta and Osceola Counties.
Limited service, providing service in certain areas of the counties at certain times. Prefer (not mandatory)
24 hour advance notice so that we can be sure to accommodate you.

Cost:
$4.00 - Adults, Children 13 and up
$2.00 - Seniors, Handicapped,
Children 12 and under

Drivers pick up and drop off passengers at any point in the two county area
based on the schedule.

Please request a ride at least one hour (prefer 24 hours) in advance (if possible) and plan to arrive at your destination at least 30 minutes earlier.

All MOTA staff are trained in Passenger Assistance Techniques to better serve
the customers.

MOTA is available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day to assist local autorities with transportation, evacuations, and temporary shelter due to
local disasters and other emergencies.

MOTA is always ready to open its doors to help others.