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June 10, 2013

Capital Metro operator wins CTAA award

Ted Ward placed first among more than 60 participants in the paratransit van (body on chassis) competition, which includes a written test, a driving test and safety skills demonstration.


June 4, 2013

Cap Metro announces 4 promotions

Selects Elaine Timbes as deputy CEO; Gerardo Castillo for senior VP and chief of staff; taps Ken Cartwright for VP, engineering and construction; and names Donna Simmons as VP, administration and risk management compliance officer.


May 16, 2013

CapMetro offers new pass for younger travelers

The card, designed for students 6 to18, acts as a transit pass and offers discounts at local destinations such as restaurants and cinemas.


April 23, 2013

Off-duty driver hijacks Capital Metro bus, kills self

The man boarded the bus and then forced the driver and the two passengers off it at gunpoint before getting behind the wheel and heading east. He was found dead of a single gunshot wound.


April 10, 2013

HNTB's Kyle Keahey to lead Texas Urban Rail Program

Currently VP, transit sector market leader, for HNTB’s Central Division, he has managed projects that have led to more than $6 billion in infrastructure investments.


February 7, 2013

CapMetro starts urban trail construction project

Smith Construction has broken ground on the .9-mile concrete path after being awarded a $787,386 construction contract by the Capital Metro board of directors in December.


December 5, 2012

CapMetro earns gold financial transparency rating

The program recognizes local governments that strive to meet a high standard of financial transparency by opening their books to the public and providing information in a clear, consistent and user-friendly format.


October 22, 2012

Disabled riders complain about CapMetro eligibility changes

Riders said the changes, including being tested on a course that simulates a walk to a bus stop, have denied use of the service to the disabled.


September 25, 2012

CapMetro passes FY2013 budget

Adopted was a $193.9 million operating budget, a $64.3 million capital budget and $16.2 million to fund interlocal agreements and other expenses.


July 19, 2012

Off-duty CapMetro driver commits suicide on bus

He boarded a bus, then shot and killed himself in front of bus passengers. The agency said the employee had been placed on suspension for disciplinary reasons earlier in the month.


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