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U. of Va. launches bus e-mail alerts
The e-mail listserv warns transit users of delays or schedule changes. Officials...
U. of Ala. shuttle drivers ask for livable wage
Drivers currently do not have a contract with employer First Transit. They currently...
Toyota recall impacts U of Minn. students
School has simply removed floor mats from fleet vehicles manufactured by company....
MCI launches ‘Motion 2010’ tour
Roadshow tour brings models, services and training expertise directly to operators...
HMM providing construction mgmt. for MNR project
HMM will be assisted by two sub-consultants — Hill International Inc., and A.G. Consulting...
Forth Worth's The T select rail project manager
Robert (Bob) J. Baniewicz, P.E., has 32 years of experience in engineering and project...

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JANUARY 2010

IN THIS ISSUE:

Top 10 Most Viewed Stories in 2009

Top viewed stories included "Is Enough Being Done to Stop the Assault on Bus Operators?,"Women In Transportation," and "Federal Transit Funding Key to Rebuilding Economy." VIEW MORE

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Where will high-speed rail funds come from?

Last week, President Obama and Vice President Biden announced $8 billion in awards for 13 high-speed rail projects that will impact 31 states around the nation, as well as a reassurance for the continued pledge of more funds in the future.

We need a rail leader now!

In a previous blog, I talked about the revival of passenger rail transportation. If there is going to be a long awaited interest and growth in this part of the transportation industry, who and where are the leaders that will coordinate and propel rail ridership throughout the U.S.?

CALENDAR

2/14/2010

American Traffic Safety Services Assoc. 40th Annual Convention and Traffic Expo

2/15/2010

Renewable Fuels Assoc. 15th Annual National Ethanol Conference

2/17/2010

Tire Industry Assoc. 55th Annual OTR Conference

2/19/2010

Receptive Services Assoc. of America 2010 Summit