About Our Board of Directors


The Jackson Area Transportation Authority Board of Directors is a nine-member public body which oversees executive management. The Board consists of 1 representative from Summit Township, Blackman Township, and Leoni Township, 3 representatives from the City of Jackson, and 1 representative for the County of Jackson. 

The public is welcome to all Board of Director's meetings, please give us a call so we can assure enough seating is provided.

JATA Board Meeting Minutes


Our Board of Directors


Jessica Embury

President - City of Jackson Appointee


Steve Makulski

Vice President - County Appointee


Mindy Albert

Secretary/Treasurer - At-Large Appointee


Lezlie Bowles

City of Jackson Appointee


Chelsea Poole

City of Jackson Appointee


Jeff Arnold

Blackman Township Appointee


Barry Malek

Summit Township Appointee


Debbie Chambers

Leoni Township Appointee


Terry Langston

At-Large Appointee



Interested in Serving on JATA's Board of Directors?


Interested parties are to fill out the Indication of Interest application found below. You may also contact JATA directly at 517-787-8363

2025 Board Meeting Schedule

April 24, 2025
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
September 25, 2025
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
January 22, 2026
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
May 22, 2025
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
October 23, 2025
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
February 26, 2026
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
June 26, 2025
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
November 20, 2025
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
March 26, 2026
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
July 24, 2025
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
December 18, 2025
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201
August 28, 2025
3:00 pm County National Bank Fields Business Loan Office 2nd floor 100 S. Jackson St. Jackson, MI 49201

About Local Transportation Advisory Council (LTAC)


The Local Transportation Advisory Council (LTAC) is the independent transportation advisory body of Jackson Area Transportation Authority. LTAC’s primary goals are to:

  • Provide input, review and comment on the Vehicle Accessibility Plan as required by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)
  • Generate discussion, interpretation, and recommendations to the board regarding any senior adults and persons with disabilities related issues of a significant nature.
  • Council will work with JATA liaison and Executive Director to ensure the achievement of the organizations goals and objectives.

Interested in Serving on LTAC?


Interested parties are to fill out the Indication of Interest application found below. You may also contact JATA directly at 517-787-8363

2025 LTAC Meeting Schedule

April 17, 2025
2:00 PM
Christoff's Community Room
400 N. Mechanic St.
June 19, 2025
2:00 PM
Christoff's Community Room
400 N. Mechanic St.
September 18, 2025
2:00 PM
Christoff's Community Room
400 N. Mechanic St.
November 20, 2025
2:00 PM
Christoff's Community Room
400 N. Mechanic St.

LTAC Meeting Minutes


Minutes from LTAC meetings are available upon request.
Please contact JATA at 517-787-8363.

Local Transportation Advisory Council Members