Federal Mask Requirement Extended for Public Transportation
The requirement, which went into effect for individuals across all U.S. transportation networks in February, is now extended through September 13.
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The requirement, which went into effect for individuals across all U.S. transportation networks in February, is now extended through September 13.
Service will resume on May 17, following last years' overnight reductions amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
The agency’s “VAXRIDE” program includes up to two free round trip rides to approximately 11,000 residents.
In addition to the one-time payment, MARTA’s 2,811 employees represented by the Amalgamated Transit Union Local 732 will receive a 2% general wage increase next February.
Last spring, MARTA suspended 70 of its 110 bus routes due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the need for social distancing. All routes will be restored on April 24.
The agency is working on collecting data and feedback on the feasibility of its new Proterra zero-emissions battery-electric buses as it powers through the impacts of the pandemic.
The survey, conducted by the RTA, shows that about 80% of riders plan to resume their pre-COVID level of transit use, but increased telecommuting is likely to persist.
They join Alex Roman to discuss BRT, COVID-19, mobility, and more.
The solution leverages a filter, paired with an innovative cleaning technology, to capture and deactivate certain viruses, like COVID-19, as the air is exchanged in buses.
The full board is expected to approve the committee’s recommendation on April 22.
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