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Railby StaffApril 6, 2010

Metrolink names new CEO

John E. Fenton, who brings a broad base of experience to the position, both in transportation services and executive management, was chosen after a national search conducted by the board with assistance from interim CEO Eric Haley.

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Busby StaffApril 6, 2010

National parks receive $25M for public transportation

National parks, forests, and wildlife refuges in 20 states will receive funds from the Paul S. Sarbanes Transit in Parks Program to implement public transportation within the facilities.

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Busby StaffApril 6, 2010

Poll: D.C. residents want more transit, like Metro

Recent Washington Post poll results show that 62 percent of respondents want more transit options, and that most view Washington Metro positively.

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Busby StaffApril 6, 2010

APTA: Public transit saves riders $9,293 annually

Riders can save on average $774 per month. Amount is based on the cost of the national averages for parking and driving, as well as the April 5 national average gas price of $2.83 per gallon for self-serve regular gasoline as reported by AAA.

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Busby StaffApril 6, 2010

MCI tours CNG-equipped Commuter Coach

Tour will demonstrate the benefits of CNG to transit executives nationwide. The manufacturer is borrowing the coach from longtime customer NJ Transit. The touring model comes complete with a new Cummins CNG-powered engine.

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Railby StaffApril 5, 2010

Caltrain to slash service in half

Agency is looking to cut about $30 million from its $97 million budget, which would eliminate the majority of weekend and midday service.

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Railby StaffApril 5, 2010

AHSRA offers free trial membership for Earth Day

AHSRA will also assist the Earth Day Network's efforts in encouraging "1 Billion Acts of Green," a campaign to encourage small but impactful changes in everyday people's behavior.

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Busby StaffApril 5, 2010

COTA's 2009 ridership up

In addition to higher ridership, COTA continues its service expansion and bus fleet upgrade making transit more convenient and reliable for central Ohio residents.

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Motorcoachby StaffApril 5, 2010

Motorcoach Council elects new board

In addition, Heather Horton will now serve as executive director of the Motorcoach Council and help develop and implement the new programs and policies set forth by the Board, while actively providing outreach to the industry and to the general public.

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Railby StaffApril 5, 2010

Fla. Gov. Crist declares Safety Awareness Week

During the week-long "blitz," law enforcement personnel will be positioned at various grade crossings, where they will be issuing warnings and citations to drivers and pedestrians who do not adhere to the laws relating to trains and railroad tracks.

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