Zohran Mamdani has achieved significant milestones as a New York State Assemblymember representing Queens’ 36th district since 2021. From advocating affordable housing solutions and fare-free trans…

Council passes motion to improve transit accessibility for all riders

The council votes to enhance transit accessibility and user experience for all.

In California, it takes too long and costs too much to build infrastructure of all kinds, including transit. A new report from Circulate San Diego in partnership with SPUR details the challenges that transit projects face during the permitting process and ways to overcome them. Powerless Brokers charts a set of possible next steps for the state legislature following a momentous year for infrastructure streamlining.

The mayor said the new Northern Illinois transit law/transition to a Northern Illinois Transit Authority includes provisions for medical reimbursement and staff reported coordination with neighboring departments on a regional billing system expected to bring revenue starting in 2027.

DuPage County was briefed on transit restructuring: the Regional Transportation Authority will transition to a parent board called the Northern Illinois Transit Authority (NITA), appointments are to be made and seated by Sept. 1, and collar counties worked to preserve representation.

Government affairs staff told the Metropolitan Council that the 2026 session produced a capital investment (bonding) package that included $10 million for regional parks and trails, forecasted funding for Metro Mobility totaling just under $9 million for the current fiscal year, and $5 million for community tree planting grants; several major proposals (transit consolidation, missing‑middle zoning reforms) did not pass and are likely to return next session.

Multiple residents and housing advocates told council that Aurora’s lawsuit against state transit‑oriented and parking reform laws risks losing state grant funds and urged the city to comply instead of litigating.

Colorado expects delivery of CTE funded electric buses by fall 2026 under new contracts.

Senate members celebrate Frank Lombardi's contributions and service during retirement ceremony.

The Senate passed House Bill 297 by substitute after floor debate and amendment votes. Sponsors said the measure consolidates existing authorities into a Georgia Transportation Efficiency Authority, trims board size and curbs sweeping powers such as overriding local land-use decisions; opponents warned it centralizes power and risks federal funding relationships.

Cobb County plans to review service changes after public comments close on May 9.

Council moved a package of housing and parking measures aimed at expanding 'missing middle' housing and managing parking near future light‑rail stations, after hours of testimony from residents, developers and advocacy groups.

In California, it takes too long and costs too much to build infrastructure of all kinds, including transit. A new report from Circulate San Diego in partnership with SPUR details the challenges that transit projects face during the permitting process and ways to overcome them. Powerless Brokers charts a set of possible next steps for the state legislature following a momentous year for infrastructure streamlining.

Board members face scrutiny over qualifications and decision-making regarding CTA leadership selection.

Senate Bill 743 proposes to cap tort liability for the Maryland Transit Administration.

At a June 18 Richmond City Board of Works and Safety meeting, transit driver Matthew Reid and ATU Local 1474 argued that the city removed his eight-hour paratransit bid position and forced him onto extra board, creating unpredictable hours and lost pay; transit staff said data on standby time and overtime justified temporarily reducing paratransit from three to two drivers and pledged further study.

The Wichita City Council approved a 2026 transit network redesign that centralizes routes at a new downtown hub, increases frequency on the city’s busiest corridors, and launches outreach and a temporary fare-free transition. Council voted 7-0 to adopt the plan after extended public and council discussion about security, partnerships and school ridership.

Maven addresses employee benefit impacts and potential payout issues during Via takeover.