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- Growing up instead of across: Prince William Co. opens first ever commuter garage
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Prince William County leaders on Friday cut the ribbon on the Northern Virginia suburb’s first-ever commuter garage, a facility they’re hoping becomes a transportation hub and eases highway congestion.
Scott Gelman, November 15, 2024, WTOP - Metro riders complain of 'piggybacking' after new fare gates installed
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While some passengers opt for the “stand and stare” method to deter freeloaders, others argue that station managers should be more accessible to assist passengers with legitimate issues, like adding funds or resolving card errors.
Samantha Gilstrap, November 15, 2024, WUSA9 - How good transit benefits communities beyond its users
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According to an article by Chris McCahill in State Smart Transportation Initiative, “The study looked at how factors like transit access, household makeup and income, and fuel prices influence transit use and vehicle miles of travel (VMT).”
Diana Ionescu, November 14, 2024, Planetizen - Efforts to modernize Route 7 bus service continue, as Metrobus finalizes redesign
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The $518 million initiative dubbed Envision Route 7 appears to be “moving along well,” Northern Virginia Transportation Commission (NVTC) chair Matt de Ferranti said at the organization’s Nov. 7 meeting.
Scott McCaffrey, November 14, 2024, FFXNow - Weekend track work: Buses replace trains between Fort Totten and NoMa on Red Line
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On Saturday and Sunday, the Red Line will operate in two segments between Glenmont to Fort Totten and between NoMa-Gallaudet U and Shady Grove due to track maintenance.
November 13, 2024, WMATA - Amtrak gets hundreds of millions for D.C. and Md. as Biden leaves
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The Biden administration on Thursday announced $321 million in grants to improve Amtrak service and stations between Baltimore and D.C., from station redesign to overhead wiring replacement.
Rachel Weiner/Ian Duncan, November 15, 2024, The Washington Post - Tired of guessing if there will be spots at Northern Va. commuter lots? This new app tells you
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With a combined capacity of more than 5,000 parking spaces, travelers will be able to park and then transfer to buses, carpools, van pools or VRE trains.
Kyle Cooper, November 14, 2024, WTOP - Plans for new $177M Ballston Metro entrance take key step forward
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Proposed plans for the project, meant to reduce congestion and improve access to areas west of the station, were published last month.
Dan Egitto, November 14, 2024, ARLNow - WMATA: October ranked busiest month on Metrobus in 10 years
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“October was record-breaking! We’re beyond excited to be your choice for getting around the DMV. Thank you for riding with us and making Metrobus your go-to for reliable, easy transit!” WMATA said.
Jenny Gable, November 13, 2024, DC News Now - Want to improve transit safety and operations? Break down the silos
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Today’s commuters and municipal partners are also increasingly expecting data from transit systems to be made available to support their decisions regarding which methods of transportation to take and when.
Shawn Enides, November 13, 2024, Metro Magazine - Metro and Arlington County seek public feedback on proposed new entrance to Ballston Metrorail Station
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he station is one of the more highly used stations in Arlington County, and the proposed second entrance would provide additional capacity to accommodate more riders as the region continues to grow.?
November 13, 2024, WMATA - Maryland considers making 'temporary' bus lanes permanent on Georgia Avenue
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The bus lanes were initially put in place to help move Metro riders dealing with a summer shutdown of four Montgomery County Red Line stations: Silver Spring, Forest Glen, Wheaton, and Glenmont.
Tom Roussey, November 12, 2024, ABC7 News - Rider feedback sought on Fairfax Connector changes in Reston and Springfield
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More frequent service is slated for Route 352, a circulator connecting nearby areas to the Franconia-Springfield Metrorail and Virginia Railway Express stations, and for Route 642, which runs through the Centreville area.
Scott McCaffrey, November 12, 2024, FFXNow - Shuttle plan released for Blue, Orange, and Silver line construction work that closes some downtown stations Dec. 20-30
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Free local and express buses will replace trains during the 11-day construction project. Shuttle frequency will be every 8-10 minutes on weekdays and 8-12 minutes on weekends and holidays.
November 12, 2024, WMATA - Two key constraints on improving Metrorail service—and eight ways to overcome them
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Increasing Metrorail ridership is an essential priority for the Washington region to achieve the various economic and environmental goals promoted by local leaders.
Adam Bressler, November 12, 2024, Greater Greater Washington - Robotaxis wreak havoc on urban transit
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In cities across the United States, robotaxis, championed by companies like Waymo and Cruise, are a marvel of modern technology and a flashpoint for debate over their place in urban transit.
Pablo Valerio, November 11, 2024, Planetizen - America awakens to high-speed rail
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On bullet trains, the U.S. has lagged behind other nations for decades. That may finally be changing as high-speed rail projects expand, but big obstacles remain.
Dan Zukowski, November 11, 2024, Smart Cities Dive - E-Scooter operator turns to AI to ensure parking compliance
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Veo has partnered with Captur, an artificial intelligence (AI) parking compliance tool, it announced recently. Starting this month, when riders complete their trips, they must take a photo of the parked vehicle — while still in the Veo app — to show it is properly parked.
Skip Descant, November 8, 2024, Government Technology - At least local transit initiatives won big in Tuesday's election
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"No matter if you live in a red state, a blue state, a purple state or anything in between ... people support transit," said Jessica Grennan, executive director of the American Public Transportation Association's Center for Transportation Excellence. "No other issue is this popular."
Kea Wilson, November 11, 2024, Streetsblog USA - After Trump win, Northern Virginia leaders stress need for dedicated transit funding
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NVTC Executive Director Kate Mattice said little of the federal funding for regional transportation is at any short-term risk, but changes in leadership at federal transportation agencies “can make a huge difference” over time.
Scott McCaffrey, November 8, 2024, FFXNow - Transit turns to camera enforcement to keep bus lanes clear
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Cities are using technology to keep bus and bike lanes clear of errant vehicles making drop-offs, deliveries or doing other things — and impeding transit.
November 8, 2024, Mass Transit Maagazine - Metro approves redesign for bus routes
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FOX 5 DC has learned that under the recommended plan, the average rider reportedly gains access to at least 5% more destinations, including hospitals and grocery stores. But, 510 bus stops will be eliminated, out of 9,500 bus stops within the system.
Tisha Lewis, November 7, 2024, Fox 5 DC - Study: bike lanes improve road safety
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Bike lanes delineated with bollards or traffic cones are most likely to slow drivers and reduce crashes between cars and bikes.
Diana Ionescu, November 6, 2024, Planetizen - Voters approve $25b-plus in transportation ballot measures
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According to APTA and the CFTE, the results show that residents understand the importance of putting public transit systems on the road to recovery—because good public transportation means a brighter and easier future for communities.
November 6, 2024, Metro Magazine - WMATA readying for new push for long-term, sustainable Metro funding
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There are ten recommendations in the plan, some of which are directed to state governments and congress, others are internal, like establishing a reserve fund and associated fiscal management policies.
November 6, 2024, ALXNow - Fairfax County leaders debate scope of program to test lower speed limits
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Neil Freschman, who heads the Fairfax County Department of Transportation’s traffic engineering section, suggested having more than three streets in the pilot might stretch existing resources, but it could be done.
Scott McCaffrey, November 6, 2024, FFXNow - Metro finalizes massive overhaul of bus network, despite lack of funds
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Metro is planning to eliminate 510 out of 9,500 bus stops, instead of the original proposal to cut 640. Buses were added in places where residents said they would be stranded, and stops were moved from streets riders said were difficult to access or overcrowded with traffic.
Rachel Weiner, November 5, 2024, The Washington Post - Report highlights economic benefits of reducing car dependence
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Encouraging Americans to drive less — and supporting cities where it’s possible to do so — could save the country trillions more than just electrifying the transportation sector.
Diana Ionescu, November 5, 2024, Planetizen - Virginia Passenger Rail Authority, Virginia Railway Express complete Quantico train station improvement project
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The project included construction of a pedestrian bridge, which replaces an at-grade crossing, center platform and extension of an existing platform. The station, which is also served by Amtrak, now has three boardable platform edges.
November 4, 2024, Mass Transit Magazine - Next President needs a vision for America's transportation future
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No matter who wins the White House, advocates are ready to push for the transportation system we all deserve — starting with these nine principles.
Kea Wilson, November 4, 2024, Streetsblog USA