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SEARCHThe METRONext plan includes 75 miles of METRORapid BRT service, 16 additional miles of light rail, and 290 miles of BOOST or optimized bus service along heavily traveled routes.
The METRONext plan includes 16 additional miles of light rail, including a connection to Hobby Airport.
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Houston METRO’s board of directors voted unanimously to approve the METRONext Moving Forward plan, which calls for a referendum to be placed on the Nov. 5, ballot for voters to consider $3.5 billion in bonding authority for METRO.
The balance of the $7.5 billion plan would be funded through local dollars and federal funding grants, with no new tax increases for implementing the plan.
The METRONext plan includes 75 miles of METRORapid service BRT service, includng a connection to Bush Intercontinental Airport; 16 additional miles of light rail, including a connection to Hobby Airport; expanded two-way HOV/HOT lanes; 290 miles of BOOST or optimized bus service along heavily traveled routes; and signature bus service on Westheimer with limited stops.
The plan also calls for investments in 21 new or improved Park & Rides and transit centers, as well as accessibility and usability improvements for seniors and the disabled.
In all, METRONext includes about 40 transit projects. For more, view the video below.
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The changes are designed to reduce overall travel time, shorten wait times, and get customers to their destinations more quickly.
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The plan outlines strategies to protect transit infrastructure from extreme weather, prioritize critical investments, and improve system reliability as climate risks intensify.
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In this edition, we cover recent appointments and announcements at MCTS, Voith, and more, showcasing the individuals helping to shape the future of transportation.
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Advances in data and analytics are giving transit agencies new opportunities to refine maintenance practices, improve efficiency and make more informed decisions about asset performance.
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Connectpoint is enhancing its digital signage strategy by integrating LED technology into its services.
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New ID requirements for employers and service providers aim to improve data accuracy and oversight for motorcoach and commercial drivers.
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