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Management•by Staff•June 1, 2004

Renovated bus enriches historic accuracy of Rosa Parks' anniversary

Bus restored to commemmorate Rosa Parks' historic disobedience.

Management•by Janna Starcic, Associate Editor•June 1, 2004

On the Alert: Rail Security in the Age of Terrorism

Explosive detection equipment, increased station and railcar sweeps and public awareness programs are some of the strategies being employed by transportation agencies to combat terrorism.

Management•by Staff•June 1, 2004

Monterey-Salinas Transit launches new trolleys

New Monterey-Salinas trolleys attract more riders than old shuttle buses.

Management•by Steve Hirano, Editor•June 1, 2004

Putting challenges into perspective

Running a large transit agency is sometimes challenging, often rewarding and always eventful.

Management•by Frank Di Giacomo, Publisher•May 1, 2004

It all comes back to rail

Rail is an essential part of transit systems, and more funding is needed to keep rail projects on track.

Management•by Dana Lee•May 1, 2004

Networking with colleges bolsters maintenance training program

Transit agencies are partnering with community colleges to develop standardized training programs for mechanics.

Management•by Beverly Braga•May 1, 2004

Coaches appeal to Aspenites

The Roaring Fork Transportation Authority in Colorado has had success using MCI D4500 coaches for an express route between Aspen and Glenwood.

Management•by Jaclyn Roco, Assistant Editor•May 1, 2004

Transit Flooring: More Than Just a Place for Your Feet

Though safety is the top priority, a wide variety of factors affect the overall value of transit flooring systems. Aesthetics, ease of maintenance and durability are a few of the significant attributes that buyers should consider.

Management•by GB Arrington•May 1, 2004

'Development-Oriented Transit' Emphasizes Station Design

Unlike transit-oriented development — its more well-known second cousin — development-oriented transit focuses on design of transit stations, especially in regards to integration into the community and access to pedestrians and bicyclists.

Management•by Kristen Force•May 1, 2004

Tour/Charter Operators Find Silver Linings in Downturn

Forced to seek out alternative strategies to retain or enhance business, operators have improved customer service, reconfigured tour sequencing and promoted shorter trips with closer destinations.

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