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Safety Cornerby Lottie WestfieldFebruary 27, 2024

Taking A Look at 5 Boston MBTA Accessibility Initiatives

Over the past two decades, the agency has progressed leaps and bounds in terms of improving accessibility for local citizens.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJanuary 3, 2024

TransLink Launches New Rapid Bus Line

The R6 will provide space for 20% more riders on the busiest bus corridor south of the Fraser River.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsJanuary 2, 2024

BART Begins Testing New Fare Gates

The system is upgrading its fare gates for the first time in 20 years. BART has committed to opening 70-plus new fare gates systemwide by the end of 2025.

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Transit Dispatchesby Jackie Edwards September 5, 2023

Innovation Addresses the Needs of Older Adults, ADA Passengers in Rural Areas

Access to reliable transportation ensures that older adults and people with disabilities living in rural areas are able to get the healthcare they need.

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Newsby Staff and News ReportsMay 12, 2023

NY MTA's Congestion Pricing Plan Takes Next Step

Following entry into a tolling agreement with the FHWA, congestion pricing could begin up to 310 days later, during which contractors would design, build, test and activate tolling equipment.

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ArticlesJune 21, 2021

4 Questions Transit Should Be Asking about AVs Right Now

While our society is by and large still assessing the viability of this technology, how to apply it safely and where it might have the most impact, there is little doubt AVs will play a significant role in the future.

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Transit Dispatchesby Lenae StoreyJanuary 2, 2020

Want to Attract Young Talent to Your City? Start Thinking Transit

Research suggests that when looking for a place to settle, the most important criteria for those aged 24 to 44 is easy access to transit.

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Newsby StaffMay 22, 2019

FTA provides $9.6 million to bolster access to health care

Grants focus on transportation and tech solutions to reach medical appointments, access healthy food, and improve paratransit.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 16, 2019

WMATA selling surplus property to cut costs, generate revenue

Properties in Maryland, Virginia, and the District have potential for commercial, residential, and/or mixed-use development.

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ArticlesCover StoryNovember 15, 2018

Despite Progress, True Public Transit Accessibility Remains Elusive

As ADA approaches the 30-year mark, transit agencies are evaluating the improvements made and what still needs doing.

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