In a city that pulses with momentum, few keep Houston moving quite like Israel Garcia . With over 30 years of steadfast dedication to the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) , Garcia isn’t just guiding the buses—he’s steering the culture of excellence behind the scenes.

As Interim Vice President of Bus Operations , Garcia oversees one of the nation’s most expansive and essential bus networks. His leadership is rooted in a deep respect for METRO’s operators and a crystal-clear mission: to keep Houston moving safely, reliably, and responsively — come rain, shine, or hurricane-force winds.

A Career Driven by Commitment

Israel Garcia’s story begins not behind a desk, but in the dispatch room, where he once served as a police dispatcher and Assistant Superintendent

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