Valley Metro’s mobile app saw the highest three days of mobile fare scans on light rail since launching it in February.
Valley Metro has navigated the ongoing workforce shortage, COVID-19 pandemic, and other issues during a time when it changed leadership. In March 2022, Jessica Mefford-Miller was named CEO of the agency and has now openly stated where she sees Valley Metro going from here.
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The contract includes four-year and three-year options that could bring the total contract term to 10 years.
The project will evaluate the expansion of Valley Metro Streetcar by approximately four miles, from downtown Tempe into Arizona's third-largest city, Mesa.
Phoenix Rising FC and Valley Metro announced a partnership to deliver an easygoing matchday experience for fans of the club.
Ridership on light rail exceeded average ridership by 60% for the entire six days of events, proving that public transit is essential to hosting an international mega-event, according to Valley Metro officials.
The operation, which covers three miles and features 14 stops, is Arizona’s first modern streetcar line.
The three-mile streetcar route will take riders to major employment centers, entertainment and event destinations, and historic neighborhoods, as well as connect to the regional transit network.
She joins the agency after coming out on top of an extensive, nationwide search following CEO Scott Smith’s retirement announcement in summer 2021.
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