How to apply for Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) (McKean County)

Who it's for

Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) covers McKean County. ATA NCPA serves McKean County (Bradford, Kane, Smethport) with fixed-route + shared-ride. Bradford is the largest population center. Cross-border NY connections (Cattaraugus NY) via Olean. PA Senior Free Transit Program FREE for age 65+.. PA Senior Shared Ride program — funded by PA Lottery, age 65+ pays $1-3 per essential trip. Apply for senior fare through the local transit authority or McKean AAA at 814-265-1551.

What you'll need

• Proof of McKean County / PA residency
• Proof of age 65+ (PA Senior Citizen Transit ID OR PennDOT ID)
• For paratransit: ADA-eligibility certification

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA NCPA) (McKean County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of mckean county / pa residency, proof of age 65+ (pa senior citizen transit id or penndot id), for paratransit: ada-eligibility certification — is anything else required? What is the best next step?”

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

Senior ID is permanent