Statement from MARTA General Manager and CEO Jeffrey Parker
on the passing of C.T. Martin.
“MARTA joins the City of Atlanta in mourning the recent
passing of C.T. Martin and offers our deepest condolences to his loved ones and
many friends. He fought tirelessly for fairness in housing, economic
opportunity and transportation during his long tenure on the Atlanta City
Council. His leadership as Chair of the Atlanta City Council Transportation
Committee was instrumental in crafting and passing the MARTA referendum in
2016, allowing MARTA and the City to embark on the largest expansion in MARTA’s
history. MARTA salutes Martin’s unwavering spirit and integrity and remains
grateful for the incredible impact he made on his beloved hometown.”