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ArticlesSeptember 26, 2022

The Impact and Importance of Accessibility for Those With Hearing Loss

With so many affected by hearing loss, it's important and necessary to have transportation accommodations.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 7, 2022

Connectpoint Unveils Solar-Powered, ADA-compliant Real-Time Messaging System

Falcon is a text-to-speech device that provides plug and play real-time multi language voice announcements offering a variety of dynamic messaging options, including real-time or scheduled next departure information and alerts.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseSeptember 6, 2022

SORTA Opens New, State-of-the-Art Paratransit Assessment Center

Over the last year, the assessment center has undergone a complete renovation, including the in-house fabrication and installation of a half-sized bus equipped with a windshield-sized video screen.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 23, 2022

Chicago Transit Authority Rolls Out New Tactile Bus Stop Sign Pilot

The initiative is the latest measure announced by the CTA since unveiling its “Meeting the Moment Action Plan” and in support of the guiding pillar to deliver reliable and consistent service for customers.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseAugust 17, 2022

L.A. Metro Taps Partner for Transit Ambassador Program

Strive will collaborate with local community-based organizations to offer a trauma-informed and rider assistance solution.

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Transit Dispatchesby Anna AllwrightAugust 10, 2022

Who is Smart Transportation for?

In leading cities like Singapore, London, and New York, groundbreaking technologies, including artificial intelligence, sensors, and the Internet of Things, are helping companies and policymakers improve residents’ and visitors’ quality of life.

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ArticlesAugust 2, 2022

4 Ways Metrolinx is Making Transit Easier for People with Vision Loss

Metrolinx’s wayfinding team, in charge of signage and other information systems, has put a major focus on ensuring that transit is accessible for everyone. Learn more about the systems they’ve implemented.

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Newsby Alex RomanJuly 29, 2022

KCATA's Makinen Tenders Resignation

During his tenure, he revamped the agency’s bus system and partnered to increase mobility and micromobility options throughout the region, with a special focus on providing more traveling freedom for KCATA’s ADA clientele.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 26, 2022

FTA Offers $1.75B to Make Public Transportation Rail Stations More Accessible

The funding will help agencies retrofit subway stations so people who need an elevator or ramp — including people who use wheelchairs or have limited mobility — can still reliably access the rail systems serving their communities.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJuly 26, 2022

New York MTA Moving Forward with Capital Projects to Improve Transit Equity

In a presentation to the MTA Board’s Capital Program Committee, MTA Construction & Development President Jamie Torres-Springer put forward a proposed capital program amendment that allows the MTA to move projects along at a faster pace, offers support for megaproject expansions, and more.

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