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Newsby StaffAugust 2, 2024

California's 'Reimagine SamTrans' Moves into Next Phase

Data from May 2024 show fixed route ridership hit 98.2% of May 2019 levels, well above regional and national recovery trends.

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Newsby StaffAugust 1, 2024

Chicago Updates All Stations Accessibility Program

The comprehensive plan was first unveiled in 2018 and is an evolving document that will be updated over time to reflect the ongoing planning, modernization, and construction work as envisioned by CTA’s capital program.

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Newsby StaffJuly 31, 2024

Denver Extends Zero Fares for Youth Program

The zero-fare program, which enables youth ages 19 and under to use all RTD services at no cost, will now become a permanent fare change for the agency.

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Newsby StaffJuly 16, 2024

SEPTA Adds Safety Initiatives in Response to FTA Inspection

The CAPs will help the authority further the series of proactive efforts initiated late last summer aimed at enhancing safety and security; increasing staffing and training; and shoring up operational practices and procedures.

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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2024

Sound Transit Taps Site for New Light Rail Facility

When completed, OMF South will service about 144 light rail vehicles for train cleaning and repairs and include a 1.4 mile connecting track from the Federal Way Link Extension to the site.

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Newsby StaffJune 25, 2024

OCTA Approves $1.76B Balanced Budget

The budget keeps essential transportation improvements moving forward while responsibly planning for a balanced and sustainable transportation future for Orange County.

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Newsby StaffJune 21, 2024

San Diego MTS Passes FY25 Operating Budget

During the budget process, MTS staff was informed that $284 million new State grant funding was being frozen indefinitely as the State continued to balance its budget.

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Newsby StaffJune 20, 2024

Houston METRO Will Not Pursue Fed Funding for BRT Project

Financial estimates for the project in 2019 were aspirational, but the COVID-19 pandemic significantly reduced ridership and increased costs — variables that were not calculated at the time the project was proposed, according to Houston METRO officials.

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Newsby StaffJune 18, 2024

Connecticut to Celebrate 'DATTCO Day'

Founded in 1924 as a local transit and charter bus service operator, DATTCO has evolved into a comprehensive transportation provider, offering vehicle sales and service, fleet management, and unparalleled charter services and tours nationwide.

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Newsby StaffJune 14, 2024

Boston's MBTA Provides Update on South Coast Rail Project

The project, which spans across six stations, will start running test trains June 17. When complete, the project will restore rail service between Boston and the South Coast for the first time in over 70 years.

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