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Newsby StaffFebruary 15, 2011

Seon launches next-gen mobile surveillance system

End-to-end mobile surveillance system includes the next generation of its enterprise fleet management software (vMax Commander), the Explorer DX12 DVR, and the vMax View video and recorded data management software.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 15, 2011

BART board asks GM to resign, rescinds vote

According to a board director, the meeting was in violation of the Brown Act, the state's open-meeting law.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 15, 2011

Obama budget proposes $3.2 billion for transit infrastructure

Funding for 28 transit construction projects across the U.S. will increase mobility, reduce energy consumption and curb air pollution.

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ArticlesFebruary 14, 2011

Business must lead effort to argue for federal transit program

Business leaders are in a unique position to demonstrate, by their very existence, the connection between private sector jobs and the transit program.

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ArticlesFebruary 14, 2011

How to Develop and Launch an Online Trip Planner

Transit agencies share best practices in creating trip planners that keep pace with users' needs. As technology evolves, usability, mapping and mobile enhancements can be added to improve the user's experience.

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Articlesby Nicole SchlosserFebruary 14, 2011

Open Fare Payment Systems Convenient for Riders, Transit Systems

One of the benefits of letting riders pay fares using a smart card-based bank card is it allows the transit agency get out of the ticket business. However, costs are still a problem due to transaction fees charged by the banks offering them.

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ArticlesFebruary 14, 2011

Where Will High-Speed Rail Succeed?

Ridership potential is the number one factor in determining if a corridor is suitable for investment, according to a new study. It proposes that the federal government prioritize investments where the potential for ridership demand is greatest.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 14, 2011

Maryland U. student gov. backs light rail line

The proposed $1.6 billion state transportation has been debated at the university for years, with transit planners and many students arguing in favor of Campus Drive and many administrators requesting more peripheral routes through or under the campus.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 14, 2011

Princeton's historic Dinky train faces uncertain future

Over the years, the service has endured moves, budget cuts and the threat of being replaced by a bus. A proposal for a new arts center aims to move the train, which may threaten its future.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 14, 2011

MapQuest adds rail, pedestrian options

Worked with San Francisco-based, geospatial data and mapping company, Urban Mapping, to develop its transit option, and has plans for additional city content is 2011.

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