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Newsby StaffAugust 3, 2012

Sun Tran, Teamsters reach labor agreement

The new contract was ratified with a vote of 212 to 69.

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Newsby StaffMay 1, 2012

Ariz.'s Sun Tran wins transit, training awards

Despite a down economy, operation realized enhanced financial performance for the current fiscal year through February 2012 as compared to the same period in fiscal year 2011.

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Newsby StaffApril 24, 2012

PTM/Veolia's Sun Tran, Sun Van contract extended

The two-year contract, which goes into effect May 17, 2012, also includes operation of the Downtown Loop circulator service, development of a seamless regional fare system, and management of the Special Services Office that sells fare products and evaluates applicants for the city’s Economy Fare Program.

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Newsby StaffApril 23, 2012

Web Extra: Streetcar project adds to U of Arizona's transit options

The Tucson streetcar line will serve a population of more than 85,000 people who live and work within walking distance of 17 planned stops. The service also fills a gap by offering direct, high-capacity transit connections between downtown Tucson, the University of Arizona, the Arizona Health Sciences Center and points in between.

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ArticlesMarch 15, 2012

Green Projects Help Transit Be More Sustainable Off the Road

Whether it’s adding solar panels or building LEED-certified buildings, agencies are finding ways to be environmentally friendly beyond purchasing alternative-fueled vehicles. METRO takes a look at agencies leading the charge.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 27, 2012

Sun Tran opens new bus facility

Northwest Bus Facility now has the capacity to operate and maintain 250 buses for the entire Tucson region.

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Newsby StaffOctober 25, 2011

Ariz.’s Sun Tran, Veolia awarded $300K security grant

Funding will enable patrols of Sun Tran’s transit facilities, with more than $200,000 of this funding dedicated to pay for Tucson Police Department personnel over the next three years. The grant also funds a public awareness campaign to educate riders on transit safety and security.

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ArticlesSeptember 22, 2011

Women In Transportation: Katrina Heineking

Title: GM Organization: Sun Tran/Sun Van City: Tucson, Ariz.

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Newsby StaffMay 3, 2011

Sun Tran GM honored for training efforts

The National Transit Institute recognized Mary McLain’s 26 years of service to public transit and commitment and dedication to the importance of training in the transit industry, with its 2011 Champions Award, at its Transit Trainers' Workshop held in Tampa, Fla. last month.

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ArticlesMarch 29, 2011

Streetcar Project Gets in Gear

The $196 million, 3.9-mile streetcar system, which is slated to begin construction this year, will connect major activity centers, including the University of Arizona and Downtown Tucson. The project is expected to trigger job development, spur economic growth and encourage transit-oriented development.

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