Overview
- ATN’s governing board voted unanimously in a closed session on Jan. 29 to wind down operations and cease all ART service at month’s end in March.
- Leaders cited long-running structural shortfalls driven by stagnant revenue and rising costs, with labor exceeding 70% of expenses and deficits reported near $730,000 per month.
- The Anaheim Tourism Improvement District approved $2.5 million to cover February and March operations following ATN’s emergency funding request.
- The shutdown affects many Disneyland cast members and off-site visitors and includes shuttles linking the Toy Story parking lot to the Harbor Boulevard entrance.
- The city of Anaheim and Disneyland say they are evaluating options, OCTA buses remain available, and local hotels and private operators report working on interim alternatives.