FTA Deputy Administrator K. Jane Williams said that the federal funding for both projects “will help create jobs and support communities as they recover from the COVID-19 public health emergency.”
The renewed call comes after the board completed its investigation into the Aug. 12, 2019, train collision and derailment near Carey, Ohio.
The program selection criteria encompassed safety, economic competitiveness, quality of life, state of good repair, environmental sustainability, innovation, and partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders.
Following positive progress on antitrust regulation process, the closing of the transaction is now expected for Q1 2021, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions, with an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting to be held in October.
The $700,000 grant will be used to develop a $1.3 million Travel Rewards Research Pilot Project.
The program was developed after asking transit users from across the country what measures would make them feel more confident riding public transportation amid concerns about COVID-19.
In a memo provided to employees, CEO/GM Paul Ballard noted that RTD anticipates a $166 million shortfall in 2021, with anticipated shortfalls at least that amount or more in the coming years.
It's important that managers implement best management practices to conserve water, comply with state and federal regulations, and reduce pollution.
Face masks will be sold in several configurations, with a single three-ply disposable costing $1 and a 10-pack of KN95 masks selling for $25. Reusable fashion masks will also be sold.
The VP, business development at Trapeze, and host of the Transit Unplugged podcast joins METRO's Alex Roman to discuss his upcoming children’s book about public transit, technology, and more.
“Tier 4” is the most stringent designation from the EPA for engines to dramatically reduce emissions.
“Public Transportation – From the Tom Thumb Railroad to Hyperloop and Beyond,” written by transit industry leader and podcast host Paul Comfort and illustrated by Sudeep KP is being released Oct. 1.
In hiring Dalton, the Northern Virginia Transportation Commission and Potomac and Rappahannock Transportation Commission affirmed the recommendation of the VRE Operations Board.
The president and CEO of the association issued a statement calling for Congress to take action after returning from recess next week.
The new dual-power locomotives will meet current EPA Tier IV requirements, reducing emissions when operating in diesel mode and running emission-free when operating in electric mode.
The MTA Board recently approved the purchase of 535 state-of-the-art, next-generation R211 subway cars. Prior to the approval, NYC Transit presented prototypes of the new cars at 34 Street -Hudson Yards to seek customer feedback, as well as introduce the future of the New York City subway to the public.
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