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James M. Dougherty will lead the transit agency’s continuous efforts to provide the region with safe public transportation services. Most recently, he was the Chief Safety Officer and Director of Safety, Security and Enforcement for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency.
Read More →Locations of the station sweeps are not being announced in advance. All of the Metro Transit Police officers will be on high visibility patrols throughout the day.
Read More →An incident in which a 15-year-old girl was beaten at an underground station while security guards looked on sparked additional training for private security guards.
Read More →Respondents were asked to rate 14 personal characteristics or attributes desired in a new chief. Most of the qualities received high ratings; the top two were "leadership" and "ethics and transparency."
Read More →Authorities are taking a closer look at rules that bar transit guards from getting involved in violent incidents, and instead directs them to call law enforcement.
Read More →Blue TIDE included a number of security sweeps and patrols at the Union Station Metrorail station and Metrobus boarding area outside of Union Station. Also served to remind the public to remain observant while riding Metro and report any suspicious behavior.
Read More →Will increase surveillance of the Metro system, conduct more frequent security sweeps of facilities and tunnels, and provide greater visibility of uniformed officers.
Read More →Funds granted based on capabilities to reduce risk through training, operational deterrence, drills and public awareness activities; key critical infrastructure and asset protection; and other mitigation activities.
Read More →Screenings can potentially involve the check of luggage, packages, or other carry-on items customers may have in their possession.
Read More →Audio will serve as an additional discouragement, allowing COTA to provide passengers better service along with a more secure and enjoyable experience.
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