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Newsby StaffMarch 20, 2019

Sonoma-Marin rail system carries 100,000th bicyclist

Since opening its doors in 2017, SMART passengers have included bicyclists who use their bikes to get to and from stations on a regular basis.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 24, 2018

Masabi, Swiftly partner for real-time info, ticketing solution

The partnership will also see Swiftly’s real-time vehicle data solution integrated into Masabi’s Justride ticketing applications, when requested by the transit agency.

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Newsby StaffJuly 23, 2018

Calif.'s SMART adds Masterpass, Apple Pay to eTickets app

SMART is the S.F. Bay Area’s newest transportation option for travel, offering passenger rail service in Sonoma and Marin counties.

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Newsby StaffApril 11, 2018

Calif.'s SMART commuter rail lands $22.5M Capital Investment Grant

The project will provide an important connection for North Bay residents to access regional ferry service serving downtown San Francisco and destinations throughout the Bay Area.

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Newsby StaffAugust 18, 2017

Calif.'s SMART commuter rail gets Federal green light to launch

Train service will be free of charge on opening day, with the agency holding a community grant opening event. After opening day, SMART fares for everyone will be 50% off regular price through Labor Day, with regular fares set to be in place Sept. 5.

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Newsby StaffApril 5, 2017

Calif. SMART officials eyeing Spring commuter rail system launch

While the board originally planned to have the train completed by late 2016, they delayed the project due to engine problems and the testing of Positive Train Control.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 21, 2017

Calif.'s SMART, Lyft to pilot first/last mile partnership

The program allows customers to use a mobile application from a smartphone to hail a LyftLine driver to take themselves and other SMART riders, traveling in the same general direction, to and from work

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Newsby StaffDecember 28, 2016

Engine, signaling issues postpone SMART's 2016 rail launch

April 2017 is now the earliest projected launch date for the rail system, with SMART planning a startup period with no fares or reduced fares to entice the public into trying the train.

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Newsby StaffSeptember 26, 2016

Calif. SMART policy proposes cellphone ban onboard trains

The proposed ban highlights debate over the use of cellphones in public spaces for work or leisure purposes, and the annoyance many feel at being roped into someone else’s conversation.

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Newsby StaffJuly 18, 2016

Calif.'s SMART, area employers looking to fill first mile, last mile challenge

The employers, including Kaiser Permanente and the counties of Sonoma and Marin, are examining whether they can operate shuttles to help their workers get to their jobs as well as other options.

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