The Kansas City Chapter of COMTO (Conference of Minority Transportation Officials) was formed in March of 1985. Our mission is to assist our members with professional development, to provide financial assistance through scholarships to deserving students, and increase the visibility of our organization in the community. Our National Organization COMTO's mission is to ensure opportunities and maximum participation in the transportation industry for minority individuals, businesses, and communities of color, through advocacy, information sharing, training, education, and professional development. The organization membership includes individuals, groups, transportation agencies, private sector corporations, non-profit organizations, and Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs).