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Photo Galleriesby StaffMarch 29, 2020

[Photos] Fla.'s JTA intensifies cleaning efforts amid coronavirus pandemic

Like many transit agencies around the nation, the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) is implementing additional measures to promote social distancing onboard buses and at JTA facilities.

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Newsby StaffMarch 2, 2020

FTA announces 3 CIG project sponsors approved to use $64M

Allows for additional public transportation improvements to support safety and increase access/mobility for residents in Florida and Texas.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 10, 2020

Biz News: New Flyer, Grande West, and CCW land contracts

Florida taps Xcelsior bus platform for statewide contract, while ABG nets order set to be delivered in 2020 and Santa Cruz refurbs buses.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 28, 2020

FTA awards grants for BRT projects in Fla., N.Y.

Jacksonville's project will receive $16.6 million, while CDTA's project will receive $26.9 million. 

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Newsby StaffNovember 18, 2019

JTA completes install of 180-plus driver protection barriers

The final selection is a clear, retractable shield that covers the bus operator’s right side, which faces boarding or departing customers.

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Newsby StaffNovember 4, 2019

Fla.'s JTA testing ADA-accessible autonomous shuttle

The agency welcomed officials and disability advocate groups to experience the shuttle and to provide feedback.

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ArticlesOctober 15, 2019

SacRT's Li reimagines bus, rail and pursues innovation

He was named APTA’s 2019 Outstanding Public Transportation Manager Award.

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Newsby StaffAugust 26, 2019

JTA has $198M impact on city's economy, report finds

The Jacksonville Transportation Authority's services saved customers more than $23.4 million in transportation-related expenses.

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Newsby StaffAugust 6, 2019

Jacksonville lands $3.9M FTA grant for ferry upgrades

The grant funding will go toward the next phase of upgrades including $5.6 million worth of work to bulkheads, catwalks, warehousing, and mooring bollards.

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NewsJune 10, 2019

JTA CEO Ford receives Eno Thought Leader Award

Many of Ford’s endeavors during his APTA chairmanship center upon what he calls the New Mobility Paradigm.

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