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Newsby StaffOctober 27, 2016

Allowing D.C. Metro's continued decline could cost region $1 billion

Finding new funds for Metro, and insisting that it improve its performance, are both critical to the region’s economic future, according to a report.

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Newsby StaffOctober 26, 2016

WMATA report on running red lights calls for capping speeds, brighter bulbs

Plans to upgrade signals with LED bulbs at the following problem-spots by the end of the year: National Airport, Silver Spring, Vienna, Grosvenor, Largo, and Farragut North.

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Newsby StaffOctober 6, 2016

Changes to DC Metro safety oversight bill to boost public access

The revised bill increases transparency and provides public access to the commission’s work, including access to meetings and the ability to request documents and records by requiring the commission to adhere to the federal public records law.

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Newsby StaffOctober 3, 2016

DDOT questions DC Metro's ability to protect ADA passengers using Uber, Lyft

Specifically, DDOT is calling into question the tech companies’ diver screening processes and disability training, as well as their ability to comply with the same American with Disabilities Act requirements that apply to taxicabs companies, such as accommodating wheelchairs and service animals.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 30, 2016

D.C. Metro completes $5.5 million in bus improvements at station

The improvements expand capacity and provide additional amenities to enhance the customer experience, including three new bus bays and the introduction of real-time bus arrival information.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 28, 2016

Part of Amtrak investment package to modernize D.C. Union Station concourse

Early action construction will start in the fall of 2016 and include the relocation of heating and ventilation. Full-phased construction, funded by the new investment package, is anticipated to start in 2017 and will seek to minimize impacts to all station users.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 14, 2016

DC Metro adds 28 new digital ad displays to increase revenue

Each digital display is expected to generate at least four times more revenue than the static ads they replace and significantly expand Metro’s digital advertising network.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 8, 2016

DC Metro paratransit partnership with Uber, Lyft could save $6M annually

Under the program, MetroAccess customers will have the choice of booking a ride on the same day they need it, a significant improvement from the current MetroAccess requirement that trips be booked 24 hours in advance

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Newsby StaffAugust 30, 2016

WMATA launches Wi-Fi pilot at six Metrorail stations

The service, part of the GM’s Customer Accountability Report initiatives, will be available for 45 days. After that time, the service will be suspended while the pilot program is evaluated.

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Newsby StaffAugust 16, 2016

WMATA issued safety directive to correct 'systemic safety deficiencies'

FTA can enforce the required actions through a number of means, including the withholding of Federal financial assistance from WMATA and directing WMATA to use Federal financial assistance to correct safety deficiencies.

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