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COTA's Cool History: The 1970s Red Dot Air Conditioning Signal

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As COTA celebrates its 50th anniversary, we look back at a unique piece of transit history. In the 1970s, a red dot sign held by the assistant superintendent signaled bus drivers it was time to turn on the air conditioning. This nostalgic photo from Long and High streets reminds us how far Columbus transportation has come over the decades.

Aired: 12/03/24
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