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Includes the management of 70 employees and the operation of 37 vehicles, which conducts more than 700,000 trips annually.

The total estimated cost for both contracts is $43.4 million. The contracts are for five-year terms, with an option for two additional years.

In addition, First Transit committed to implementing DriveCam's latest product release, an advanced Fuel Management solution, on key segments of its fleet.

With this contract renewal, First Transit will continue its strong relationship with the RTD, operating and managing the district's 68-transit buses. The contract renewal extends their current relationship for an additional five years.

In addition to Breeze buses, First Transit plans to install GreenRoad in its paratransit buses in the near future.

First Transit also operates and manages the city's paratransit service with 54-vehicles, transporting more than 252,000 passengers annually.

Company has provided service to the residents of Reno through its fixed-route services since 1978. Management of the $30.4 million contract begins July 1.

The $137M contract includes the operation of 269 paratransit vehicles, as well as the management and operation of a centralized call center for reservations, scheduling and dispatch.

McKitterick, who joined FirstGroup America in March 2008 as the senior finance director for First Student's Central Region, will direct and manage all financial aspects of First Transit and First Services in her new role.

Monroe Transit has drastically improved air quality in their area by introducing the use of biodiesel fuel, purchasing buses with particulate filters and low-emission vehicle ratings.