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Newsby StaffAugust 18, 2009

Houston Metro receives FTA approval on LR lines

The overall project is expected to generate 60,000 direct and indirect jobs.

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Newsby StaffJuly 27, 2009

Veolia wins Houston light rail project contract

Once revenue service begins, Veolia Transportation will be responsible for all aspects of the new light rail network for an initial period of five years which can be extended up to 35 years.

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Newsby StaffJuly 14, 2009

Houston Metro breaks ground on light rail lines

Projects are expected to spur economic growth in the community by creating 60,000 direct and indirect jobs under the full $1.46 billion contract.

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Newsby StaffMarch 5, 2009

Houston METRO to add 20 miles of light rail

The initial phase of the contract calls for spending $632 million and is expected to create 25,000 jobs, including a combined $90 million in utility work on the North and Southeast Corridors and $390 million in total costs for the East End Corridor.

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Newsby StaffDecember 23, 2008

Houston Metro donates bikes to kids

Transit authority mechanics raised $1,374 this year, translating into about 28 bikes – just more than half of last year’s 47.

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