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San Antonio needs bold, forward-thinking transit solutions. A Vancouver-style SkyTrain could revolutionize mobility, cut congestion, & connect communities efficiently. Build a smarter, more sustainable future. #SATX #TransitInnovation #SkyTrain
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February 9, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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Check out 24 accomplishments that made 2024 a transformative year for BART, from enhancing the customer experience to investing in a better future.

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#BayAreaTransit #SustainableTravel #CustomerExperience #TransitInnovation
December 22, 2024 at 9:00 PM
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🚌 Honoring Garrett Morgan (1877-1963)🚦
Garrett Augustus Morgan, Sr, was a prolific inventor, most well known for developing the precursors to modern gas masks and three-light traffic signals.

#DASH #DASHBus #BlackHistory #BlackHistoryMonth #GarrettMorgan #LiveSafer #TransitInnovation #ALXVA #NoVA
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February 27, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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The TTC has partnered with @torontomet.bsky.social researchers to drive transit innovation, including our researchers Sharareh Taghipour and Ali Mazalek.

From AI route optimization to digital wayfinding, exciting work ahead. 🔗 www.ttc.ca/news/2026/Ma...

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TTC partners with TMU researchers to drive transit innovation
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March 30, 2026 at 7:23 PM
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Southeast Michigan's public transit story is a rollercoaster of innovation and challenges, shaping the way residents connect with their communities.

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#MI #CitizenPortal #PublicTransportation #CommunityConnect #TransitInnovation
Southeast Michigan Transit History Highlights Formation and Challenges of Public Transit Systems
Southeast Michigan's transit agencies evolved to connect communities despite ongoing funding and participation issues.
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September 20, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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🚂 Honoring Granville Woods (1856-1910) 💡
Known as the “Black Edison,” Granville Woods is credited with over 50 patents for his inventions, three of which helped revolutionize transportation.

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February 27, 2025 at 5:37 PM
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San Francisco's leaders are rallying for Measure K, a bold initiative that could transform the city's struggling public transportation system and combat climate change.

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#SanFranciscoCounty #CA #CitizenPortal #ClimateChangeAction #CommunityEngagement #TransitInnovation
San Francisco supervisors endorse measure K to revitalize public transportation funding
Supervisors advocate for measure K to secure funding for San Francisco's transit system.
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July 6, 2025 at 2:12 AM
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Pasco County is unveiling a micro-mobility pilot that promises real-time transport solutions, aligning transit corridors with community needs like never before!

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Staff previews micro-mobility pilot, narrows transit-emphasis corridors in Pasco 2050
Planning staff said Pasco 2050 pares down transit-emphasis corridors to align overlays with actual bus corridors, and described a GoPasco micro-mobility pilot in Shady Hills that will dispatch vehicles in real time to feed fixed-route service.
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September 19, 2026 at 10:49 PM
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Residents and representatives from the Sunrise Movement are rallying for a transformative rapid transit plan in Orange County, emphasizing its potential to enhance local business and accessibility.

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Sunrise Movement and residents press Orange County to include STAR rapid transit plan in surtax
Multiple residents and Sunrise Movement representatives urged county commissioners to adopt and fund the STAR rapid transit plan—six corridor, community-driven transit proposals—and asked that the plan be integrated into the county's infrastructure surtax and/or a local TIF ordinance.
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March 4, 2026 at 5:59 AM
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Cobb County's new budget boosts funding for public safety while continuing its controversial eviction program, sparking debate on priorities in community support.

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#CobbCounty #GA #CobbCountyPublicSafety #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #TransitInnovation #SmallBusinessSupport
County budget adds resources for police, fire, courts and continues eviction program
The budget increases funding for police, fire, the sheriff's office and courts, continues the county's evictions and foreclosure program, and adds staff for animal services, small-business support and on-demand transit; the transcript gives program names but not dollar breakdowns.
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August 5, 2026 at 5:21 AM
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BART is transforming the rider experience with enhanced cleanliness, safety measures, and exciting future developments at the Dublin/Pleasanton station!

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BART director outlines service improvements, fare and funding plans and parcel‑level planning at Dublin/Pleasanton station
BART Director Melissa Hernandez briefed the Pleasanton City Council on ridership, cleanliness and safety initiatives, the agency’s ‘tap and ride’ rollout, and the regional SB 63 funding measure; she also previewed Transit-Oriented Development planning for the Dublin/Pleasanton station.
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October 29, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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Oneonta is set for a stunning transformation with a $23.1 million redevelopment of Market Street and a new transit hub that promises to revitalize the heart of the city!

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#OneontaOtsego #NY #OneontaDowntown #UrbanDevelopment #CitizenPortal #TransitInnovation
Oneonta leaders highlight Market Street transformation, cite $23.1 million program
City staff reviewed a multi-year Market Street and transit hub redevelopment funded by a $10 million state DRI award and supplemented by bonds and federal grants, resulting in roughly $23.1 million in local projects and roughly $11.7 million from DOT/FTA.
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August 17, 2026 at 3:47 PM
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A proposed merger of MPOs could revolutionize transit planning in the tri-county region, unlocking federal funds and enhancing connectivity for vital corridors like I-75 and US-19.

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#PascoCounty #FL #RegionalPlanning #CitizenPortal #InfrastructureDevelopment #TransitInnovation
Supporters say merger would strengthen region's ability to win transit projects
Presenters argued that combining MPOs would create stronger planning capacity along key corridors (I-75 and US-19), improve coordination among agencies and speed delivery of regional transit projects such as bus rapid transit.
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September 3, 2026 at 9:04 PM
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Exciting updates from the safety service director reveal major infrastructure projects, a new transit grant application, and a county-wide fire training facility on the horizon!

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Safety service director reports on water tower, FTA pilot grant, fire training facility and transit audit
The safety service director briefed council on infrastructure and public-safety projects: water tower painting and South Tower design; a pending OWDA decision for the Lehi line; an FTA pilot grant application for county transportation (80/20 split); ODOT risk assessment rating transit at level 1; fire training facility assembly; and sidewalk and paving schedules.
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September 2, 2026 at 5:46 AM
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Exciting infrastructure plans are on the horizon for Hillsborough County, including a premium transit connection to the airport and a new streetcar extension!

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#HillsboroughCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #FundingSolutions #InfrastructureDevelopment #TransitInnovation
Regional Infrastructure Accelerator highlights five projects, begins capital‑stack work with second $1M award
Gina Du (HNTB) briefed the board on a Regional Infrastructure Accelerator effort that identified a regional shortlist (West Shore Intermodal Center, downtown–airport premium transit, I‑275 managed lanes, alternate US‑19 BRT, and a streetcar extension) and is preparing a USDOT report while assembling capital‑stack financing options; the project team secured an additional $1 million for further work.
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August 13, 2026 at 8:13 PM
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Nankin Transit’s door-to-door service is a lifeline for seniors and those with mobility challenges, but as new transit routes emerge, will these crucial services be preserved?

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Treasurer: Nankin Transit and on‑demand services are crucial for seniors and residents with mobility challenges
Treasurer Diane Slavens and planners emphasized Nankin Transit’s door‑to‑door service for seniors and people with disabilities and discussed micro‑transit/flex services and bike lockers as potential first‑/last‑mile solutions to connect residents to new fixed routes.
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August 12, 2026 at 5:09 PM
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A new microtransit pilot program in Cobb County aims to enhance mobility around Kennesaw State University, but will it address equity concerns effectively?

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#CobbCounty #GA #CitizenPortal #EquityAnalysis #TransitInnovation #CommunityOutreach
Board hears proposal for Acworth–Kennesaw microtransit pilot; equity analysis shows minor disparate impact
DOT proposed a two-year Acworth–Kennesaw CobbLinc microtransit pilot with a minor Title VI disparate-impact finding that staff said can be mitigated by targeted outreach; public commenters included KSU-area supporters and others urging oversight.
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August 11, 2026 at 4:51 PM
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Discover how four states are reshaping transportation funding with innovative strategies that could change the game for Oregon!

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#OR #TransitInnovation #PublicAccountability
What Minnesota, Massachusetts, Colorado and Utah told Oregon about funding and delivery
State DOT officials described a range of approaches: Minnesota indexed gas and increased vehicle fees; Massachusetts used a surtax on million‑dollar incomes to fund transit and local aid; Colorado assembled diversified, fee‑based enterprises; Utah created stable sales‑tax shares and a long‑term investment fund.
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August 9, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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Concerns are rising as a proposed transit bridge comes alarmingly close to a nearby retirement community, sparking plans for a potential shift in alignment.

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#RamseyCounty #MN #CommunityEngagement #CitizenPortal #DesignSafety #TransitInnovation #RamseyCountyRetirement
Officials say Johnson Parkway bridge may be shifted after retirement community raises concerns
Staff told the board a proposed dedicated Johnson Parkway transit bridge comes within roughly 50 feet of a nearby retirement community and that designers will meet the facility to study whether the bridge can be moved farther away to reduce impacts.
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August 6, 2026 at 11:53 PM
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Santa Rosa is poised to secure millions in transit grants, but it needs to act fast on innovative changes to housing and transportation policies!

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#SantaRosaCitySonomaCounty #CA #HousingDensity #CommunityEngagement #CitizenPortal #SantaRosaTransit #TransitInnovation
Santa Rosa weighs three options to meet regional TOC rules and win transit grants
City staff told council that modest local changes — parking maximums and Transportation Demand Management (TDM) — could earn the points needed under MTC’s Transit-Oriented Communities policy to compete for $2–$4 million in OBAG funding; a ministerial housing ordinance is viable but likely needs more time and community outreach.
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July 29, 2026 at 5:14 AM
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Discover how the Met Council's bold new transit vision is transforming public transportation with innovative funding and service enhancements post-COVID.

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#ScottCounty #MN #FundingReform #CitizenPortal #ScottCountyTransit #PublicTransit #TransitInnovation
Met Council details post‑COVID transit strategy and regional sales tax
Met Council staff outlined a three‑year transit vision adopted in 2025, described a new regional 1¢ sales tax (0.75¢ for transit) intended to replace general‑fund support, and previewed service changes emphasizing BRT, light rail and hourly suburban service.
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July 24, 2026 at 6:27 PM
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A massive funding boost for the US 85 interchange project is set to transform transportation in Adams County, with costs soaring into the hundreds of millions!

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#AdamsCounty #CO #EnvironmentalSustainability #CitizenPortal #InfrastructureDevelopment #TransitInnovation
Adams County highlights multimillion-dollar interchange grant, transit projects and I‑270 EIS milestone
Transportation staff announced a BUILD grant award for the US 85 interchange, expected PECOS Connect transit funding, and an imminent final EIS signing for I‑270; staff described estimated project scales and next steps on local match and design sequencing.
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July 24, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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Rochester City Council has just approved a groundbreaking $78 million contract with Via Transit to transform public transportation starting this September!

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#RochesterOlmstedCounty #MN #CitizenPortal #EmployeeSupport #TransitInnovation #PerformanceReporting
Council awards five-year transit operations contract to Via Transit
Rochester City Council approved a five-year, approximately $78 million contract awarding Via Transit the management and operations of Rochester Public Transit, with the operator transition planned for Sept. 1 and provisions for performance reporting and employee transition outreach.
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July 7, 2026 at 11:47 PM
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Seminole County's Scout microtransit is revolutionizing transportation with impressive rider numbers and a groundbreaking $60M efficiency initiative that's already saving millions!

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#SeminoleCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #PublicDashboard #TransitInnovation #OperationalEfficiency
County highlights Scout microtransit progress and a $60M 'Seminal Moments' efficiency portfolio
Commissioners heard that Scout microtransit is moving riders countywide and that the 'Seminal Moments' efficiency program has grown to a $60M portfolio with $6.5M of realized five‑year savings to date; staff will return with detailed Scout performance and a quarterly savings dashboard.
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June 12, 2026 at 3:05 PM
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Sarasota County's Breeze transit service is launching an all-in-one app to make public transport easier than ever with digital payments and integrated routes!

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#SarasotaCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #DigitalAccessibility #TransitInnovation #PublicTransportation
Sarasota County’s Breeze plans single app with digital fares to remove cash barrier
Breeze, Sarasota County’s transit department, announced plans for a single app that will combine fixed routes and on‑demand services and add digital fare payment to address cash-only barriers encountered by new riders.
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February 26, 2026 at 8:31 PM