BATA Service Alert: Per conversations with the Grand Traverse County Emergency Management Services, BATA has made the difficult decision to remain closed today – Monday, March 16 due to the continuing hazardous weather conditions. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we keep the safety of our riders and staff our top priority. We want to thank the Grand Traverse County Road Commission and the Leelanau County Road Commission for doing an amazing job trying to clear the roads as quickly and as safely as possible. Stay tuned for updates (5:30 p.m. this afternoon) regarding BATA’s service plans for Tuesday, March 17.  Please call 231.941.2324 or visit www.bata.net for more information and updates. (Updated 03.16.26)

BATA Service Alert: BATA will again be suspending service on Tuesday, March 17 due to ongoing hazardous road and weather conditions. This decision was not made lightly after continued discussions with Emergency Services and the Road Commission. We are also unable to access many stop locations throughout our network. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding as we keep the safety of our riders and staff our top priority. BATA’s Walk-In Hiring Event is also canceled for tomorrow. Tentatively plans are to open Link scheduling for Wednesday, March 18 around noon on Tuesday.  Please call 231.941.2324 or visit www.bata.net for more information and updates. (Updated 03.16.26)