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Newsby StaffJanuary 22, 2014

Twin City light rail service gets start date

The opening of the 11-mile corridor is nearly six months earlier than required by the FTA, which is funding half the $957 million project.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 22, 2014

SPX Genfare to upgrade VIA fare collection system

Will replace a 20-year-old system with Genfare’s newest electronic fare media collection and data management technology for a better and more convenient transit experience.

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Videosby StaffJanuary 22, 2014

The Milwaukee Streetcar: Will the Streetcar be Good for Jobs?

The future of Milwaukee's transportation system is taking shape, and it includes The Milwaukee Streetcar network, which provides a modern way for people to connect to their jobs, homes, and entertainment destinations. View more at http://www.themilwaukeestreetcar.com.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 21, 2014

L.A. Metro proposes hefty fare hike

Transportation officials recommended increasing fares gradually by up to 117% over the next eight years to address what could potentially be a $225 million debt for the transit system in 10 years.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 21, 2014

Chicago nonprofits raise concerns over Ventra card costs

They were buying CTA’s magnetic stripe cards, which don’t cost anything, and all the money spent on them went toward fares. However, the Ventra smart card costs $5.00, and to get reimbursed with transit credits, users must provide a permanent address, which poses a challenge for many social service clients.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 21, 2014

L.A. breaks ground on $2B rail line to airport

The Crenshaw/LAX transit corridor project consists of a new 8.5-mile light rail line, eight new transit stations, and three park and ride facilities. TIFIA provided a $545.9 million loan and the project also is expected to receive approximately $130 million in other federal funds.

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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 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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