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Newsby StaffJune 14, 2016

Sacramento RT avoids service reductions planned for January 2017

In the last week, RT staff has worked closely with RT’s funding agencies and has identified a $1 million potential operating fund source.

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Newsby StaffJune 8, 2016

N.C.'s Wake County to vote on sales tax to pay for buses, rail

Transit advocates believe the plan is the best way to reduce traffic congestion and connect the Triangle’s focal points, including N.C. State University, Research Triangle Park, Duke University and UNC-Chapel Hill.

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Newsby StaffJune 6, 2016

AVTA to buy WAVE wireless chargers for electric bus fleet

Embedded directly and discretely into the roadway, WAVE systems provide en-route charging to AVTA’s battery-electric buses, extending their range and allowing them to completely master the Antelope Valley’s challenging high-desert environment.

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Newsby StaffJune 2, 2016

Calif.'s Sacramento RT taps new GM

Henry Li, who was tapped to lead the agency on Thursday, said the agency needs a major "culture change" immediately to improve its service and regain finanical footing.

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Newsby StaffJune 1, 2016

Man runs red light, crashes into KC Streetcar

None of the 10 passengers on board the streetcar or the five in the vehicle were injured.

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Newsby StaffMay 31, 2016

Mich.'s RTA set to unveil 4-county transportation millage proposal

RTA CEO Michael Ford has said the tax likely would be about 1 to 1.2 mills, which would raise money to build bus rapid transit lines in four corridors, create the long-discussed commuter rail service and cover annual operating costs.

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Newsby StaffMay 24, 2016

Last Chance for Innovative Solutions Award submissions

Have you recently partnered with a solutions provider within the last year to implement a new innovation at your operation that has helped you save money, run more efficiently, streamline operations, improved customer satisfaction or increased ridership? Tell us what you did and how it has positively impacted your business.

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Newsby StaffMay 23, 2016

Sacramento RT considering closing light rail line indefinitely

The agency opened its $44 million Green Line only four years ago; however, the line currently averages only 440 boardings a day with limited service, and costs RT $330,000 annually to operate.

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Newsby StaffMay 16, 2016

APTA Reveals 2016 Bus Safety, Security 'Excellence Award' Winners

Winners included Kansas City Area Transportation Authority, which was recognized in the "Systems with more than 4 million and fewer than 20 million bus passenger trips" category.

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Newsby StaffMay 12, 2016

Austin, Texas makes real-time transportation data available at City Hall

The TransitScreen system provides real-time data on what public transportation options are available.

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