Hornell Area Transit (HAT)

Established in 1980, Hornell area Transit is dedicated to providing quality and reliable transportation services to our clients. Hornell Area Transit is a Public Transportation service sponsored by the City of Hornell for residents of the city, and surrounding areas.

Our drivers are courteous, fully licensed and insured. Public Transportation is an open to the public service available for a modest fare, to anybody who would like a ride. Our vehicles are equipped with 2-way radios for communications, public address systems, free WiFi,  most of our buses have bike racks for your convenience, and ALL are wheelchair accessible. Our buses have both front & rear A/C & Heating Systems for your riding comfort.

Meet the Hornell Area Transit Commission

The Hornell Area Transit (HAT) Commission was formed as the governing body for Hornell Area Transit

upon its inception in 1980. The HAT Commission is comprised of representatives from various

committees and communities to ensure adequate representation for this vital service.

The Commission is made up of 5 City of Hornell Aldermen, City of Hornell Mayor, and City of Hornell

Clerk. Representatives from the Town of Canisteo, Village of Alfred, & Village of North Hornell are also

present. Finally, several representatives from Hornell Area Transit attend the Commission meetings

which include the Deputy Mayor, Transit Supervisor, and Fleet Coordinator.

2024 Commission Members

• HAT Commission Chairman (City of Hornell Alderman): Daniel Warriner
• City of Hornell Mayor: John Buckley
• City of Hornell Clerk: Melissa Logan
• City of Hornell Alderman: David Sutfin
• City of Hornell Alderman: Steven Peck
• City of Hornell Alderman: Lita Brown (Vice Chair)
• City of Hornell Alderman: Kevin Valentine
• Village of Canisteo Representative: Bill Tucker
• Village of North Hornell Mayor/Representative (Village Trustee): Joseph Ingalls/Brian Friedland
• Village of Alfred Representative: Becky Prophet

HAT Representatives

• Deputy Mayor: Jessica Cleveland
• Transit Supervisor: Kimberly Courtney
• Fleet Coordinator: Geoffrey Thomas

Upcoming Meetings Schedule

Our services include

Our next meeting is planned for the summer of 2024 at a to be determined date.

See Previous Meeting Minutes

• HAT Operates 5 Public Routes daily.
• Runs to the towns of Alfred, Almond, Bath, Canisteo.
• We are closed the following holidays: New Years, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.