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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2017

MARTA launches initiative to aesthetically enhance rail stations

The authority kicked off the newly established “Artbound” program with an inaugural launch event featuring dancers and musicians at Five Points MARTA Station this week.

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Newsby StaffJune 15, 2017

Transit agencies celebrate 12th annual National Dump the Pump Day

Sponsored by APTA, this national public awareness day encourages people to "Dump the Pump" by parking their car and riding a bus or train instead.

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Newsby StaffJune 12, 2017

APTA announces annual rail safety award winners

The Rail Safety & Security Excellent Awards recognizes exceptional safety and security programs for rail systems in North America.

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Newsby StaffApril 27, 2017

MARTA to add fresh produce kiosks at four rail stations

The markets provide a convenient shopping alternative for fresh, affordable, and locally grown produce.

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Newsby StaffApril 24, 2017

Siemens launches new business to digitalize the U.S. rail industry

Powered by software tools, the Digital Service business will help rail operators reduce unplanned downtime, improve operational efficiency, and enable improved business planning and performance, as well as generate energy and cost savings.

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Newsby StaffMarch 28, 2017

Vicinity buses to be manufactured in Atlanta

Alliance Bus Group, Grande West's exclusive U.S. distributor, will produce Buy America-compliant Vicinity buses for sale to U.S. transit authorities.

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Newsby StaffMarch 27, 2017

MARTA to add 10 Vicinity buses

The order from Grande West's exclusive U.S. distributor, Alliance Bus Group, makes the agency the first U.S. public transit system to add Vicinity buses.

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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2017

MARTA piloting electric bus technology

The agency is testing Proterra's 40-foot battery electric bus as part of exploration of additional cleaner transportation options for fleet.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 13, 2017

Board overturns MARTA decision to outsource paratransit services

The agency decided to outsource its paratransit service in 2015, citing the need to save money, increase efficiency, and improve on-time performance rates.

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ArticlesFebruary 6, 2017

Passing Public Transportation Ballot Measures: What Works

While setting a record for both number and dollar amount being sought in 23 different states, voters continued a trend by passing 70% of referendums in 2016. While not all are successful, having a leader to be a champion and intense community education and outreach programs are key.

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