The money is for operating costs and capital purchases such as small buses, vans, computer hardware and software and communication systems.
Fare assistance allows reduced rates for seniors and disabled passengers.
Judge to receive volunteerism award Judge Nathaniel R. Jones of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit in Cincinnati has received a Millennium International Volunteer Award from the U.S. State Department. Judge Jones was one of 35 volunteers recognized. The award, to be presented March 1 in Washington, D.C., honors volunteers who contribute to global understanding, and who attract, support and motivate volunteers in the field of international education. Judge Jones was nominated by the International Visitors Council of Greater Cincinnati, a non-profit organization specializing in training, education, and professional programs for emerging world leaders and their local peers. Officer Jeffrey Shari was not injured, officials said.