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Newsby StaffJanuary 21, 2014

Urging the well-heeled to take public transit to Super Bowl

For the first time in the game’s history, there will be no drop-off zone for taxis or limousines, according to the report. With parking at a premium and strict limitations placed on passenger drop-offs, it is estimated that approximately 70% of game attendees will need to arrive by mass transportation.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 21, 2014

Nevada employers honored for encouraging 'green commutes'

By participating in the RTC's free commuter services program, commuters can record each commute taken by carpool, public transportation, motorcycle, bicycle or on foot, and become eligible to win prizes or gift cards.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 17, 2014

Streetcar to increase testing on U. of Ariz. campus

Three Sun Link Tucson Streetcar vehicles going through testing and driver training will run through the campus more frequently during the spring semester. All eight vehicles will be delivered by May, which will give the management team enough time for pre-revenue service.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 17, 2014

La. State U. student senate approves transit fee hike

Voted to increase the transit fee paid by students to $20.00. A transit survey that showed that to keep the same quality of service, the fee would have to be raised by $13,and that students would be willing to pay an average increase of $18.53.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 17, 2014

Despite Dinky ridership dip, Princeton transit use up 15%

While train ridership between Princeton and Princeton Junction went down by 12.3%, overall transit ridership increased at the university in September and October, compared to the same months last year.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 17, 2014

Miss. State begins operation of shuttle system

A state grant provided more than $800,000 for transit operations and approximately $1.5 million for the purchase of 10 new shuttles.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 17, 2014

Eastern Ky. U. unveils off-campus shuttle service

The project will be funded through the spring semester by the university president’s office. The initiative is an attempt to cut down on traffic congestion on campus and familiarize Richmond residents with public transit.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 17, 2014

APTA: Transit users save $9,953 annually

The savings are based on the cost of commuting by public transportation compared to the cost of owning and driving a vehicle which includes the Jan. 16, 2014 average national gas price and the national unreserved monthly parking rate.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 16, 2014

Secretary Foxx outlines need to overcome infrastructure deficit

Foxx also discussed his vision for multimodal transportation providing greater economic “ladders of opportunity” to all Americans and reiterated the U.S. DOT’s commitment to safety.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 16, 2014

San Diego MTS taps Clear Channel for bus shelter media

The supplier will provide media for the agency’s 400-plus bus shelters, 322 of which currently offer advertising opportunities to local and national advertisers seeking to reach audiences in San Diego.

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