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Newsby StaffJune 29, 2010

Miami-Dade launches commuter bus, airport to Miami Beach services

Project funded by a $63 million federal grant that also paid for 60-foot-long, 60-seater fuel-efficient hybrid buses to run transit service in the express lanes.

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Newsby StaffJune 16, 2010

Miami-Dade renames airport rail project

MDT's "AirportLink" is scheduled to open in spring 2012.

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Newsby StaffApril 13, 2010

Stantec designs DART, Miami-Dade signaling systems

As part of the DART signaling system, Stantec is adding new software and hardware to support the new power switch interlocking system, which essentially governs the signals to trains that indicate whether it is safe to pass through upcoming intersections. The team will also test the system to make sure it operates safely before the new station opens.

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Newsby StaffMarch 17, 2010

HNTB, Wilbur Smith Assoc. to manage Fla. HSR

The team will provide overall program support and oversight for planning, design, public outreach, vehicle and systems integration, operations, construction, project controls and procurement of all contracts on the Florida high-speed rail program.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 11, 2010

Florida Marlins to promote public transit

Players will ride the entire Metrorail line on Feb. 12, stopping at South Miami and Tri-Rail stations. Marlins representatives will distribute free 1-Day Passes on EASY Tickets.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 3, 2010

Miami-Dade creates Super Bowl smart card

eAccess, LLC is Cubic Corp.'s RFID and smart card production company. Through strategic alliances with companies in Asia, North America, South America and the Middle East, eAccess offers smart card supply and combined services from Cubic.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 19, 2010

Miami-Dade launches new BRT service

Fully funded by the Federal Transit Administration and the Florida Department of Transportation, the express buses will offer cross-county commuters rapid transit service between Broward County and downtown Miami beginning Jan. 25.

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Newsby StaffDecember 17, 2009

Fla. governor signs rail expansion bill

Legislation aims to bring commuter rail to South Florida, and win federal funds for a bullet train linking Tampa and Orlando

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Newsby StaffDecember 9, 2009

Fla. passes rail legislation

The bill, which also lays the groundwork to make mass transit a priority in future transportation planning and budgeting, now heads to Gov. Crist for approval.

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Newsby StaffNovember 30, 2009

SFRTA, MPOs announce call for FTA-funded projects

The funds can be used to support up to 80 percent (an 80/20 match) for capital projects and not more than 50 percent (a 50/50 match) of project costs for operating assistance.

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