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Newsby StaffApril 29, 2019

Following complaints, Intercity Transit to pull ads on buses

Since some current ads are scheduled to run for several more months more, all buses won’t be ad-free until about April of next year.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 15, 2019

Report finds 62% of Portlanders view e-scooters positively

Based on this evaluation, the bureau also announced a one-year pilot program that will bring e-scooters back to Portland streets this spring.

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Newsby StaffMay 28, 2018

Legislation would require public transit to adopt anti-harassment rules

Policy could allow transportation companies to permanently ban any passengers who commit sexual assault or harassment on that transportation line.

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Newsby StaffNovember 14, 2017

New York drops 'ladies and gentlemen' for more inclusive announcements

Effective immediately, subway conductors and bus drivers have been instructed to use gender-neutral language when communicating, such as "passengers," "riders," and "everyone."

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Newsby StaffMay 8, 2017

How to Write Effective Mass Transit System Policies

Solid policies — whether for employees or riders — are the backbone of any transportation agency’s operations.

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Newsby StaffApril 11, 2017

ITS America set public policy mission, senior leadership team

The move follows an extensive re-visioning process across the ITS America membership — which represent interests and expertise from private companies, leading public research, and academic institutions, as well as state and city DOT leaders.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 24, 2017

L.A. Metro reconsidering selling naming rights for trains, stations

Since board approval in December, the staff received new information from the Los Angeles County Counsel’s Office saying corporate naming decisions by Metro could lead to free speech entanglements

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Newsby StaffFebruary 23, 2017

Cincinnati Metro examines weapons policy following incident on bus

Although Ohio is an “Open Carry” state, a license is needed to carry a concealed weapon, however, only concealed weapons are allowed on motor vehicles, including buses.

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Newsby StaffNovember 14, 2016

Sacramento RT considers allowing alcohol ads on trains, buses

The transit agency’s proposed policy would allow more bars and restaurants to advertise on transit vehicles, which could be lucrative for the financially struggling bus agency.

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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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