Beth Langley Recognized for Service by Legislator

(St Joseph, Missouri, August 21, 2025) – Beth Langley of St. Joseph MO was honored this week with a plaque for being an Outstanding Missouri Citizen who has demonstrated exemplary service to the community. This special proclamation was offered by Missouri Senator Tony Luetkemeyer’s office to recognize Beth for her 32 years of service in Northwest Missouri.

Beth started with OATS Transit in April 1993 and worked her way up to head the company’s Northwest MO Region as Regional Director in July 2010.  She has overseen many changes in her 32 years with the company and continues to work with government and social service agencies for funding support and to increase overall service in her region. Beth oversees 24 Northwest Missouri counties and 90 employees. The proclamation recognized her for ensuring customers have their transportation needs met through collaboration with local agencies and city and county government entities.

OATS Transit provides one million trips annually across the state of Missouri. As the largest rural transportation provider in the entire United States, the company specializes in rural general public service for anyone of any age. Transportation requests include trips to work, medical appointments, shopping, business errands, and other contracted services.  Individuals interested in transportation through OATS Transit can find their local bus schedule online at oatstransit.org/schedules, then click on the county they live in. Follow them on your favorite social media site @oatstransit.