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News•by Staff•May 15, 2009

LaHood announces availability of TIGER grants

Awards can range from $20 million up to $300 million to support high impact transportation projects.

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News•by Staff•May 13, 2009

Daimler delivers first Sprinters to Canada

The three shuttle buses will be used primarily as reduced capacity options for British Columbia-based Charter Bus Lines.

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News•by Staff•May 13, 2009

Conference for transit trainers set for St. Louis

Association of Travel Instruction, whose members teach persons with disabilities of all ages and seniors how to use public transportation systems safely and independently, will hold its Ninth Annual Continuing Education Conference from July 31 to August 2, 2009, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel–Downtown, St. Louis.

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News•by Staff•May 12, 2009

Transportation for America releases reform plan

Developed in consultation with teams of transportation professionals, public officials and stakeholders, "The Route to Reform" outlines a renewed vision for the federal program as well as ways to pay for it, coupled with a restructuring.

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News•by Staff•May 12, 2009

NY MTA approves fare increase

Base subway fares will go up to $2.25 from $2.00 and monthly bus and subway cards will go up to $89 from $81.

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News•by Staff•May 12, 2009

Thomas to head First Transit, First Services

He plans to strengthen the value propositions of both divisions by delivering safe, reliable and sustainable transportation services.

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News•by Staff•May 8, 2009

Obama’s budget tabs $1.83B for transit construction

Spending plan announces recommendations by the FTA to invest $604.3 million in 10 new or expanding transit projects: five under the New Starts Program and five under the Small Starts Program.

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News•by Staff•May 7, 2009

DART taps Tyco Electronics for communications system

Proposed system will accommodate more than 3,000 radio users and can easily grow to accommodate up to 6,000 users and operate on existing DART frequencies, which can expand when some other frequencies become available.

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News•by Staff•May 4, 2009

APTA’s 2009 Bus Safety Awards announced

The APTA Bus Safety Awards recognize public transportation organizations and contractors for their positive safety records and dedication to improving safety.

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News•by Staff•May 1, 2009

FirstGroup honored by National Safety Council

The National Safety Council is a non-profit organization that serves as a leading U.S. resource on industry trends, professional development, and strategies for advancing safety and health in the workplace.

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