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IndyGo is making waves by offering FREE rides during the WNBA All-Star Weekend, ensuring everyone can join in on the excitement without the transportation costs!

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Agency approves free rides for 2025 WNBA All Star Weekend in partnership with Pacers
Board approves free fares for WNBA All Star Weekend, funded by Pacers Sports and Entertainment.
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March 20, 2025 at 10:23 PM
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Much Ado about Level Boarding: TfL & UK Urban Rail: www.londonreconnecti...

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Much Ado about Level Boarding: TfL & UK Urban Rail (Part 1) - London Reconnections
The leading source for independent news and analysis about transport in London and beyond. Award-winning coverage of transport infrastructure and politics alongside stories about the history of the Capital's transport networks.
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March 5, 2024 at 9:00 AM
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Prince George's County is taking significant steps to improve senior housing by approving new parking standards that prioritize accessibility for older residents.

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Planning Committee Proposes Senior Parking Standards in Transit Oriented Zones
Committee discusses parking requirements for senior developments near transit zones.
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September 19, 2025 at 4:31 AM
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Major changes are coming to Deschutes County's public transit with expanded service hours and new fare policies aimed at improving accessibility for all riders!

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Cascades East Transit outlines fare policy changes and new routes for Central Oregon
Cascades East Transit director presents updates on fare policies and route expansions.
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May 23, 2025 at 3:23 AM
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Excess parking spaces near transit sites are not just a nuisance—they're driving up housing costs and burdening low-income families in Arvada.

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Transit site parking overages raise housing costs in Denver metro area
Excess parking spaces near transit sites inflate housing prices and impact low-income residents.
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June 21, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Los Alamos County is taking bold steps to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility, aiming for a community where everyone, including those with disabilities, can navigate freely and safely.

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Los Alamos officials discuss pedestrian safety and walkability initiatives
Council members explore solutions to enhance pedestrian safety near Pueblo Complex and transit stops.
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May 3, 2025 at 5:25 AM
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"The Bay Area still has a long way to go," wrote Transform's Abibat Rahman-Davies, who is working on a white paper about open payments.

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BART Launches Open Payments - Streetsblog San Francisco
Starting Wednesday, it will be possible to open BART's fare gates with the tap of a credit or debit card. But advocates want to know when the rest of the Bay Area's disparate transit systems will get on board
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August 22, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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TriMet is facing a critical funding shortfall that will force a minimum 10% cut in service by 2027, impacting commuters and vulnerable riders alike.

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TriMet outlines service cuts and outreach as operating shortfall grows
TriMet officials told the Washington County Coordinating Committee on Oct. 13 that rising operating costs and lagging fare revenue require at least a 10% reduction in service through 2027, with phased cuts beginning this winter and public outreach running through Jan. 2026.
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October 15, 2025 at 10:50 AM
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The Seneca Street parking garage is closed indefinitely due to severe structural damage, leaving local businesses in distress and the city scrambling for solutions.

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City says Seneca Street garage closed for safety; council outlines multi‑phase redevelopment amid business concerns
City officials announced the Seneca Street parking garage will remain closed because of extensive concrete spalling and structural damage, outlined a roughly 24‑month redevelopment process, and pledged interim work and coordination with TCAT while downtown business owners pressed for faster parking and transit fixes.
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May 7, 2026 at 10:21 PM
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The Seattle City Council has officially declared July 2026 as Disability Pride Month, sparking a powerful call for action on transit accessibility and protections for the disability community.

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Seattle Council proclaims July 2026 Disability Pride Month; advocates press for stronger transit accessibility
The Seattle City Council on July 7 proclaimed July 2026 Disability Pride Month. Advocates who spoke at the meeting urged the council to deepen transit accessibility, protect education and services, and guard against recent federal rollbacks affecting children with disabilities.
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July 8, 2026 at 2:29 AM
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Homestead City Council has just approved a groundbreaking $26.78 million contract to revamp water and sewer infrastructure, promising enhanced transit accessibility and local job opportunities!

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Homestead awards $26.78M contract for Chrome‑Flagler water and sewer upgrade
Council voted to award a $26.78 million contract to Lonzo Construction Inc. to upgrade water and sewer mains and improve transit accessibility along Chrome and Flagler avenues; funding will combine grants, user fees, impact fees and a previously authorized loan. Work is planned on an accelerated schedule and will include local outreach and hiring.
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May 4, 2026 at 3:58 AM
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A major development near Costco could bring nearly 1,200 new apartments and create 300 construction jobs, transforming Tumwater's economy!

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Staff: Costco site and nearby development could add nearly 1,200 apartments and hundreds of jobs
Staff told council the Costco proposal plus a neighboring development could yield almost 1,200 multifamily units and create at least 300 construction jobs during the build phase, while generating long‑term sales‑tax revenue for the city.
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September 12, 2026 at 11:05 AM
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Exciting plans are underway for a new public transportation system in Scott County, featuring multiple daily stops and a debate over the best service to meet community needs!

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Commission discusses countywide transit plan; members seek vendor brief and ADA details
Commissioners heard a proposal to expand public transportation across Scott County with five daily stops and dispatch service; they asked to invite the prospective vendor and confirm ADA/CDL requirements for trolleys before committing funding or buying equipment.
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September 11, 2026 at 2:09 PM
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The Connecticut Municipal Development Authority is on a mission to transform downtowns and transit areas with a massive $115 million in funding—are you ready to see your community thrive?

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State development authority outlines downtown and transit-area financing for East Windsor
Representatives from the Connecticut Municipal Development Authority (CMDA) described tools to help downtown and transit-focused projects, explained eligibility rules and the authority's $115 million capital allocation, and invited the town to consider a nonbinding resolution to join.
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September 10, 2026 at 4:28 AM
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Charlotte is reshaping its affordable housing strategy with a new $125 million bond aimed at boosting investments in transit corridors and sustainability!

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Charlotte committee advances updates to 2026 affordable‑housing funding policy tied to $125M bond
City staff briefed the Housing & Neighborhood Services committee on proposed changes to the city’s 2026 affordable‑housing funding policy, including updated scoring tied to transit investments, a $25M energy‑efficiency bucket, and geographic targets for mobility‑plus and high‑opportunity areas.
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September 9, 2026 at 1:19 AM
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Residents in Port Angeles are taking a stand against the proposed data center moratorium, raising concerns about water use, noise, and job scarcity while also demanding better transit accessibility.

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Residents press council on data centers, transit schedules and overdose support during public comment
Public comment featured strongly on the data‑center moratorium with multiple speakers urging a pause; other residents raised transit accessibility issues (QR-code‑only schedules) and highlighted local overdose‑response events and resources.
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September 6, 2026 at 9:52 PM
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A groundbreaking $39 million redevelopment at 24th and Dodge is set to transform the area with 186 new units, 85% of which will be affordable housing, while also addressing local blight.

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Planning board signs off on 186-unit 24th & Dodge TIF project and designates surrounding tracts as Extremely Blighted Area
City planning recommended and the board approved a TIF-backed 186-unit multifamily redevelopment at 24th & Dodge — about 85% targeted as affordable — and separately designated three census tracts as an Extremely Blighted Area (EBA) based on ACS data showing a 22.5% poverty rate and 5.6% unemployment average.
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September 5, 2026 at 7:14 AM
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DeKalb residents are sounding the alarm for more affordable homes, highlighting the urgent need for walkable neighborhoods and housing solutions that cater to young adults, seniors, and immigrant communities.

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Residents say DeKalb needs smaller, walkable and more affordable homes; focus groups flagged barriers to entry
Consultants summarized community feedback: residents prioritized affordable homeownership, smaller starter homes and walkable neighborhoods, and focus groups highlighted barriers for young adults, seniors and immigrant communities including rental requirements and difficulties qualifying for assistance.
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August 21, 2026 at 8:18 AM
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Hank, the city's Safe Streets Program Manager, argues that Bloomington Transit needs a game-changing 15-minute fixed-route frequency to make public transit a viable alternative to driving.

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Safe Streets program manager Hank urges 15-minute fixed-route service, cautions on scaling microtransit
During a Bloomington Transit board interview, candidate Hank said boosting fixed-route frequency (a 15-minute goal on major corridors) should be the top priority to increase ridership and argued microtransit is more costly per rider and should not supplant fixed routes.
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August 21, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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Washington County is offering a unique opportunity to secure a forgivable loan of up to $5 million to build or rehabilitate an access center—are you ready to partner up?

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Washington County issues NOFO for Central County access center with up to $5 million forgivable loan
Washington County posted a NOFO for a Central County access center that will be awarded as a forgivable loan of up to $5,000,000 (0% interest, 30-year term forgiven if terms met); applications are due Aug. 31, questions by Aug. 17, and the county will review in September with an award planned in 2026.
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August 15, 2026 at 11:53 AM
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The Madison Plan Commission has given the green light for a new five-story independent living building at Oakwood Village, but with some significant waivers on bike parking requirements!

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Plan Commission backs Oakwood Village plan with TOD and bike‑parking waivers
The Madison Plan Commission voted to recommend approval of an amended development plan and specific implementation plan for Oakwood Village University Woods, authorizing a five‑story, 92‑unit independent living building and waivers of Transit‑Oriented Development frontage and the required bike parking. The recommendation goes to the Common Council.
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August 12, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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Norfolk's Planning Commission just backed a major zoning overhaul that simplifies renovation rules and slashes residential parking minimums near transit—set to transform city living!

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Planning commission backs Article 5 zoning cleanup to clarify renovation rules and adopt state parking changes
The Norfolk City Planning Commission voted to recommend a phase‑1 amendment to Article 5 of the zoning ordinance to clarify development standards for renovations, relocate screening rules, and implement state parking reductions near transit. Staff said the change mainly reorganizes requirements to ease reuse of existing buildings.
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July 27, 2026 at 10:56 PM
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Livonia is gearing up for big changes with a proposed $359,489 HUD grant and plans for $150,000 in park improvements, but will the future of the Live and Go transit program hinge on the Smart millage vote?

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Livonia staff propose CDBG consolidated plan and $89,424 Live and Go credit; some funding contingent on Smart millage
City staff presented the 2026-27 Community Development Block Grant budget (HUD entitlement $359,489; program income estimated at $650,000) and a proposed $89,424 municipal/community credit for the Live and Go transit program; council was told the Live and Go credit is contingent on passage of the Smart millage.
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July 17, 2026 at 12:35 AM
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Recent state bills could reshape Cranston's land-use rules, changing subdivision procedures and cutting parking requirements for multifamily projects near transit hubs.

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Staff flags state zoning, subdivision and parking changes that could alter local rules
Planning staff briefed the commission on recent state bills (including H8004 and H8005) that change administrative-subdivision procedures and could reduce multifamily parking requirements near frequent transit stops; staff said local ordinance updates and clarifications to definitions will be proposed.
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July 9, 2026 at 9:13 AM
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Homestead is gearing up for a major transformation with a multi-phase plan to upgrade water and sewer systems while revitalizing downtown sidewalks and bus stops—get ready for some months of significant changes!

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Homestead unveils multi‑phase Chrome Avenue water, sewer and transit improvements, warns of months‑long closures
City staff and consultants laid out a three‑phase plan to upsize water and sewer mains and rebuild downtown sidewalks and bus stops. Construction will be phased to limit disruption but officials warned segments will need full closures and said contractors may work day/night and weekends to speed completion.
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June 7, 2026 at 11:38 AM