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Paratransitby StaffSeptember 11, 2012

San Antonio's VIA chief in running to helm MARTA

VIA Metropolitan Transit CEO/President Keith Parker confirmed Monday that he's a candidate for the top job at the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority.

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Railby StaffSeptember 11, 2012

L.A.’s Metrolink previews PTC system

Unveiled its $200-million crash prevention project for an NTSB official. The agency plans to install PTC on its commuter rail network by December 2013, two years ahead of a federal requirement for nationwide deployment.

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Paratransitby StaffSeptember 10, 2012

FTA taps Easter Seals for senior transportation

Will partner with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging to administer the National Center on Senior Transportation, increasing transportation options for older adults and enhancing their ability to live more independently within their communities throughout the U.S.

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Paratransitby StaffSeptember 10, 2012

RouteMatch equips Iowa paratransit service

Cedar Rapids, Iowa’s Linn County LIFTS upgraded its fleet of 22 vehicles with RouteMatch Software's tablet technology, replacing its aging mobile data computers.

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Busby StaffSeptember 10, 2012

Thermo King unveils new split system solution at BusCon

The BE-550 lightweight bulkhead evaporator is ideal for small- to mid-size bus users such as transit authorities, airport shuttle services and school bus fleets. Three-speed blowers provide optimal pull-down on the evaporator to maximize passenger comfort.

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Paratransitby StaffSeptember 10, 2012

Milwaukee co. may lay off 100 paratransit employees

Transit Express provides approximately 60% of MCTS’ paratransit services, with First Transit providing the rest. The company would lay off employees if contract isn't extended.

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Paratransitby StaffSeptember 10, 2012

Ohio community fights to keep paratransit, fixed-route service

Several senior communities and centers in the Sylvania, Ohio area rely on TARPS’ services.

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Paratransitby StaffSeptember 10, 2012

Nonprofit offers discounted accessible vehicles

Because Destinations Mobility is part of a nonprofit, the staff can sell used and new vans from $7,500 to $50,000, depending on the model, modifications and mileage.

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Paratransitby StaffSeptember 10, 2012

Pierce transit cuts disabled mobility program

SHUTTLE will stop serving many Pierce County neighborhoods because buses and shuttles can't serve cities that aren't part of Pierce Transit.

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Railby StaffSeptember 7, 2012

Alstom to deliver 8 trains to Sweden

The new Coradia Nordic X61 regional trains will replace older trains on the Östgöta railway network. Delivery is planned for early 2015.

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