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Newsby StaffApril 1, 2013

First Transit's Phoenix contract extended

Will be for five years and takes effect July 1, 2013.

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Newsby StaffMarch 14, 2013

Valley Metro adds fare vending machines

Sixteen new machines are now operating at a dozen LINK stations. The move will make it easier, quicker and more convenient for bus passengers in the East Valley to purchase fares before riding transit.

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Newsby StaffMarch 7, 2013

Valley Metro CEO honored with diversity award

Stephen R. Banta was recognized for his contribution to advancing female and minority leadership at the agency.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 25, 2013

First Transit to unify bus operations for Valley Metro

Mesa and Tempe will be under a single contract with Valley Metro directly managing bus operations in the East Valley. Awarded an initial three-year base term at a cost of $150,885,082 with options available for years four through ten at a cost of $407,764,469. The contract takes effect July 1, 2013.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 16, 2013

Valley Metro kicks off light rail construction

The 3.2 mile extension is another significant step in the development of a regional transportation network in the Valley. Expansion of light rail is also under way in Central Mesa and is expected to be complete in 2015.

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Newsby StaffDecember 26, 2012

Valley Metro labor unions continue negotiations

The Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) between the ATU and ACI expired on June 30, 2012. Two 90-day extensions have occurred to allow for greater discussion; the second extension is set to end on Dec. 31, 2012.

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Newsby StaffNovember 26, 2012

Valley Metro to operate Tempe buses

The City was facing an $8 million budget deficit and a large drop in sales tax revenues.

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ArticlesNovember 15, 2012

Valley Metro Strives for Balanced Ad Policy

Less than a year after the system’s debut, talks of an ad policy emerged after vendors showed interest in displaying full wrap or panel advertisements on the new light rail vehicles.

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Newsby StaffOctober 12, 2012

FTA releases $75M for Ariz. light rail extension

Will fund Valley Metro’s 3.1-mile light rail extension into downtown Mesa. The expansion, which should begin service in late 2015, is anticipated to serve nearly 10,000 daily riders.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 11, 2012

Valley Metro accelerates light rail extension by 7 years

Will re-launch the 3.2-mile Northwest extension. The project has received approval to accelerate the completion year from 2023 to 2016. Final design is under way; construction will begin in early 2013.

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