METRO Briefs
S.F. expands universal fare card testing. Las Vegas to check bus stops for safety. Brinks thanks driver for return of $80K.
S.F. expands universal fare card testing
SAN FRANCISCO – The San Francisco Municipal Railway has expanded testing of its TransLink regional fare card, which will serve as a single fare system for buses, ferries and trains operated by 26 local agencies. For the full story, click here.
Las Vegas to check bus stops for safety
LAS VEGAS – The Regional Transportation Commission in Las Vegas will review 3,000 bus stops and shelters in the area to determine if safety improvements need to be made. For the full story, click here.
Brinks thanks driver for return of $80K
ONTARIO, Canada – A London Transit agency bus driver got a thank you from Brinks Canada for returning a bag with $80,000 in cash. At this point, it is unclear if he’ll receive a reward as well. For the full story, click here.
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