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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2011

Chicago Transit Authority cuts management positions

In addition to cutting 54 non-union positions, including 26 manager-level posts, the agency is reducing expenses which, when combined with personnel moves, will save $15 million annually.

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Newsby StaffJune 20, 2011

Mich. bus route overhaul to increase efficiency, cut costs

The Macatawa Area Express system will revamp half of its routes to make them more efficient and convenient, which will also help reduce costs. The transit system aims to increase service frequencies on standard bus routes to help reduce demand-response usage.

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Newsby StaffJune 17, 2011

Clean Energy opens 2 new CNG fueling stations in Chicago

Supporting the local deployment of alternative-fueled cabs, the City of Chicago's Department of Environment has implemented a Green Taxi program, which reimburses taxi companies that purchase vehicles powered by alternative fuels or hybrid vehicles.

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ArticlesJune 16, 2011

Contractors Go High Tech to Boost Transit Operation Efficiency, Productivity

Contracting out transit services are not only a cost-savings solution, but also a way to maximize the efficiency and productivity of transit operations through the use of technology and innovative operational practices.

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ArticlesJune 16, 2011

RIPTA to bring accessible taxicabs to area

Originally planning to begin the program in September, RIPTA had settled on buying Chrysler minivans. However, because RIPTA plans to buy 10 vans, the vehicles must pass Altoona testing; a process which the vans previously selected had not gone through.

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Newsby StaffJune 16, 2011

MV contract extended in Calif.

Partners with the Western Contra Costa Transit Authority for the operation of fixed-route and paratransit services since 2000.

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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2011

Santa Monica renews MV for paratransit contract

Responsible for operating the service vehicles, taking phone reservations, dispatching and providing vehicle maintenance.

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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2011

Paratransit Services wins Calif. contract

The new contract is a nice addition to Paratransit Services' other locations in California, where they currently operate systems for the Counties of Tehama, Glenn and Lake and provide specialized service in the city of Redding.

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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2011

San Diego transit services honored for money-saving practices

American Logistics Co., a national passenger transportation management company, along with Oceanside, Calif.-based North County Transit District and First Transit, have been selected as the winner of the Grand Golden Watchdog Award by the San Diego County Taxpayers Association.

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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2011

Report: Most baby boomers to face poor mobility options

By 2015, more than 15.5 million Americans 65 and older will live in communities where public transportation service is poor or non-existent, a new study shows.

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