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NJ TRANSIT's Kevin Corbett Talks Pandemic, 'While You've Been Away' Campaign

NJ TRANSIT talks about the impact of COVID-19, their 'While You've Been Away' Campaign, as well as other projects to bring ridership back in this episode of Roads, Rails, & Reels.

Alex Roman
Alex RomanExecutive Editor
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August 12, 2021

Transit’s ridership dip during the pandemic didn’t stop all agencies from forging ahead.

In this episode of Roads, Rails, & Reels, NJ Transit President/CEO Kevin S. Corbett discusses:

  • How the pandemic impacted the agency.

  • How it moved forward through its “While You Were Away Campaign,” which focused on capital projects to update and improve services.

  • Corbett also talks about the agency’s programs to bring ridership back and much more.

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⏱ Timestamps ⏱
0:00 Introduction
1:00 The Impact of COVID-19 on NJ TRANSIT
2:53 Lessons Learned by NJ TRANSIT from the Pandemic
5:11 The 'While You've Been Away' Campaign
7:46 Benefits for NJ TRANSIT Passengers
9:33 Programs NJ TRANSIT Has to Bring Passengers Back