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Newsby StaffAugust 25, 2016

FTA releases rail vehicle securement report, issues WMATA safety directive

The investigation uncovered a lack of compliance with WMATA’s internal rules and procedures for unattended rail vehicle securement for both revenue passenger trains and maintenance machines and equipment located in rail yards.

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Newsby StaffAugust 25, 2016

Trailways Transportation System deploys Betterez Microsite

Will use system to automate their Trailways Affiliated Partner program registration and payment processes.

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Newsby StaffAugust 25, 2016

FRA, AAR letter urges Pokemon creators to keep players off tracks

Letter stems from concern about reports that Pokémon characters, “Pokestops” and other virtual objects are being placed near railroad tracks, stations and rail-yard facilities

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Newsby StaffAugust 25, 2016

Tripling of insurance premiums confronts bus drivers in labor dispute

The cost of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan coverage for The Rapid drivers is proposed to spike 49 percent Oct. 1, pushing up monthly premiums for family coverage by $669.

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Newsby StaffAugust 24, 2016

Amtrak's microgrid to serve as backup during power outages

In the aftermath of the 2012 Superstorm Sandy, half of the Sunnyside Yard had to rely on portable backup generators for a month due to a damaged transmission line.

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Newsby StaffAugust 24, 2016

Detroit's M-1 begins testing streetcar line

The slow-moving "speeder" vehicle will travel the rail line as part of a testing regimen that ensures the route is free of obstructions.

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Newsby StaffAugust 24, 2016

Honolulu's rail executive director/CEO resigns

Dan Grabauskas will be paid the final year of contract as part of the separation agreement, a total of $282,250. The board appointed HART board member Mike Formby as acting CEO, effective immediately.

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Newsby StaffAugust 24, 2016

Sound Transit adding cell service in light rail tunnels

Cell service providers in Seattle can access the system through license agreements with Mobilitie, which is funding and maintaining the network under an agreement with Sound Transit.

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Newsby StaffAugust 24, 2016

Metra rehabilitates Pullman Station

The project is part of Metra’s 2016 construction program, which includes approximately $200 million in infrastructure improvements to 27 stations.

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Newsby StaffAugust 23, 2016

HDR's Schneider Honored by APTA

Michael Schneider was named Outstanding Public Transportation Business Member for 2016.

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