Cincinnati’s SORTA celebrates 40 years
Hosting a community event with a display of an historic bus from the 1960s and one of the system’s newest Metro*Plus buses that will go into service on Aug. 19. Also adding a new limited-stop service.
Hosting a community event with a display of an historic bus from the 1960s and one of the system’s newest Metro*Plus buses that will go into service on Aug. 19. Also adding a new limited-stop service.
Approved California Gov. Jerry Brown’s request to prevent the transit system’s workers from holding another strike for 60 days. While the transit system said the unions have walked out of negotiations, a union negotiator said that BART needs to address worker safety concerns.
The “Ralph Kramden” BusCon 2013 video series is a hit with record numbers of views. Make sure you get in on the fun and see the latest video as well as all the previously released videos.
Covers the repair and maintenance of Metro’s rail fare collection equipment, TAP validators for regional bus operators, and the back office systems that process the TAP smart card data for Metro’s bus and rail system and 10 regional operators.
MTA was notified late last week it provided sufficient information to enter the project development phase as outlined under FTA’s Small Starts grants program.
This is the 16th year of the program, which has awarded over $600,000 in assistance to industry families.
The cost of the service is an issue too, but a spokesperson says a partnership approach involving municipal units and the business community could make it more affordable to more people.
The Illinois DOT is leading the multi-state locomotive procurement, with first deliveries expected in 2016.
Move could save Sioux Falls half a million dollars. Although only about 10% of Sioux Area Metro riders use the paratransit service, it accounts for 45% of the entire transit budget to operate.
The van, the first accessible vehicle to be used within the cab fleet, will be a part of a program providing rides for 50% of the usual cab fare.
The cost has risen from $180,000 in 2009 to slightly less than $900,000 this year as demand from senior and disabled residents increases. Some cities and towns have cut their contributions to the service.
The BARTA bus has 100 KwH battery-pack and an expected range of up to 100 miles on a full charge with seating for eight passengers and a wheelchair.
Will have access to a variety of risk management tools and resources, such as an exclusive online customer website and automated event recorder technology. Customers will also enjoy specialized claims management services, including accelerated communication, subrogation assistance, and personalized file reviews.
The greenery, featuring small shrubs and herbs, is planted in a lightweight hydroponic foam.
Omnitrans and Riverside Transit Agency may lose approximately $30 million each in funds from the Federal Transit Administration because of union concerns over a new state pension reform law. As a result, the Department of Labor put a hold on the grant funding.
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