Atlanta and MARTA reach $52 million settlement to end decade-long dispute

The City of Atlanta and MARTA settled a decade-long dispute over More MARTA sales tax allocations with a $52 million agreement. MARTA previously transferred $19.37 million from reserves and is scheduled to pay the remaining $32.63 million by August 2028. The settlement aims to improve accountability and project delivery following years of operational friction regarding transit expansions.