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Newsby StaffFebruary 14, 2018

Transportation industry responds to President's infrastructure plan

ITS America announced the formation of its Smart Infrastructure Task Force to address how technology and innovation can be incentivized.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 13, 2018

Otto to manage WSP transportation operations across four states

Responsible for strategic business growth across the four states plus Western Missouri, and the Kansas City metropolitan area.

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Transit Dispatchesby Ross MattersFebruary 12, 2018

We consistently ask the wrong questions about transit investment

"Public transit wastes my money." This is a fairly common argument to encounter when discussing public transportation. It’s easy to say this when looking at delays, faulty service, or drab trains and buses.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 12, 2018

Md. shuts down entire subway system for emergency repairs

After weekend inspections, it was determined the entire system will need to remain closed for up to four weeks.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 12, 2018

President releases $1.5 trillion infrastructure plan

Allocates $100 billion for a grant competition with preference given to applicants that raise revenue such as taxes, fees or tolls, and would limit federal help to 20% of new money generated.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 7, 2018

Trump budget reportedly cuts $150M in WMATA funding

Federal officials argue the decade-long program in the 2008 Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act expired with the fiscal year that began in July 2017, even though that interpretation leaves WMATA with $150 million less than pledged under the bill.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 7, 2018

Munich releases $6.8B plan to expand metro, tram systems

The centerpiece of the 25-mile expansion plan is a new north-south metro line through the city center.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 6, 2018

Chicago Transit launches program to speed 'L' train commutes

The $179 million investment is being funded through a small increase in fees charged to app-based ride-hailing companies operating in Chicago.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 31, 2018

APTA 'encouraged' by infrastructure proposal in SOTU, but concerned

"A strong federal investment in public transportation needs to be preserved and increased, not cut," says APTA President/CEO Skoutelas.

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Newsby StaffDecember 14, 2017

Academy Bus to add 6 New Flyer battery-electric buses, charging stations

The buses will be deployed in 2018 on Columbia University's Intercampus Shuttle network, operating between locations in Manhattan, New Jersey, and Rockland County.

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