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Paratransitby StaffMarch 24, 2010

Madison committee endorses more costly paratransit service

The contract, which must still be considered by the Transit and Parking Commission and City Council, is worth $2.23 million for 2010 through 2012, plus two option years.

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Paratransitby StaffMarch 24, 2010

Colorado paratransit ceases transport to dispensaries

Officials want to clarify whether transporting marijuana from a dispensary in a county-owned vehicle violates federal law and by extension the federal funding that supports the paratransit service.

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Paratransitby StaffMarch 24, 2010

San Francisco extends Veolia paratransit contract

Veolia Transportation has been managing paratransit services in San Francisco since 2000, which is a longer duration than any other prior contractor.

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Paratransitby StaffMarch 24, 2010

Disabled veterans org experiencing driver shortage

An organization that drives local senior veterans to appointments for free is not finding enough volunteer drivers who meet the necessary requirements.

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Paratransitby StaffMarch 24, 2010

Oklahoma paratransit maintains service, ups fees

After Lift Program riders spoke out about a planned service decrease, the Tulsa City Council has raised the fare for its Lift Program. The Metropolitan Tulsa Transit Authority has agreed to cover the cost to maintain the hours through the end of the fiscal year.

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Paratransitby StaffMarch 24, 2010

Detroit addresses paratransit rider complaints

Paratransit passengers complained about vehicles and drivers after the city switched from Veolia Transportation to three different vendors to provide services. Officials say improvements have been made and complaints are being addressed.

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Railby StaffMarch 23, 2010

CapMetro finally launches rail system

The opening comes after many delays and miscues, which plagued the agency.

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Railby StaffMarch 23, 2010

Gov. recommends new MBTA chief

The state Department of Transportation board is scheduled to vote this week on the nomination.

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Busby StaffMarch 23, 2010

IC Bus, Thor enter chassis agreement

As a result, Thor Industries' Champion, ElDorado National, General Coach and Goshen Coach vehicle brands will be built exclusively on the new IC Bus brand TC Series chassis.

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Busby StaffMarch 23, 2010

King County selects Eurotech for communications

Under the contract, Eurotech will deliver the DuraMAR to Metro in 2010 and 2011, with the option to provide additional routers for public safety vehicles and up to six years of extended warranty support.

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