Transdev has operated the agency’s Monmouth County Area Local Bus service for nearly 30 years.
The Access Link App was developed in direct response to valuable customer feedback that a mobile app would improve ease of use and simplify the process of making and canceling reservations.
The limited deployment is part of Gov. Phil Murphy’s plan to combat the impacts of climate change by transitioning to zero-emission vehicles.
Solutions to be tested include air purification and antimicrobial light to combat COVID-19.
The partnership builds upon regional transit operators’ comprehensive efforts to keep customers and employees healthy and safe throughout the pandemic.
The budget does not include a fare increase for FY 2021.
With city and state budgets radically reduced and questionable hope for federal or state stimulus funding, some are forecasting the end of the transit era.
Face masks will be sold in several configurations, with a single three-ply disposable costing $1 and a 10-pack of KN95 masks selling for $25. Reusable fashion masks will also be sold.
The new dual-power locomotives will meet current EPA Tier IV requirements, reducing emissions when operating in diesel mode and running emission-free when operating in electric mode.
Two railroads were removed from the at-risk list based on their substantial progress in Quarter 2 of 2020: the Metra and TEXRail.