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Information for APTA Members on events, conferences, and goings-on in the APTA world.
Join us July 29 for a free webinar on the power of internships in public transportation! Hear from @cta, @metrolosangeles, @wmata, and @COMTO_HQ leaders—and the interns shaping our future workforce. See what makes a great internship program! Register now> bit.ly/InternshipWebi…
🎙️ In honor of the ADA’s 35th anniversary, hear how transit agencies are making accessibility a core part of their mission. APTA’s latest webinar, ADA at 35 – Progress, Priorities & Possibilities, explores what’s been achieved & what comes next. Listen now:…
FTA Senior Advisor Marc Molinaro visited Boston this week to meet with FTA staff and see firsthand how federal investments are advancing @MBTA's infrastructure upgrades. At North Station, MBTA leaders highlighted progress on the replacement of a key drawbridge used for commuter…
"After years of underinvestment & short-term fixes, the 53 different transit systems serving all 67 Pennsylvania counties are reaching a breaking point. Without a fix to funding needs, service cuts will begin as soon as next month," -driver Lionel Randolph penncapital-star.com/commentary/aft…
Opening date for A Line Extension has dropped! 🚊 Four new stations! 🚊 Connection to @metrolink at Pomona 🚊 Alternative to 210 parking lot/misery
🚨 One week left! Register by Aug. 1, to save on #APTAtransform25, Sept. 14–17 in Boston. During North America's largest public transportation event, hear top speakers, tour @MBTA, and dive into key topics like tech, workforce, funding, safety, & more 🔗 bit.ly/APTAtransform25
Great to meet w/ @RepRickLarsen today about re-authorization transit investments, reduce obstacles to getting things done & as a daily @wmata customer, 🔴🚇 and Better Bus. As a current rider and former transit board member we appreciate his support of transit & Metro. #wmata
🎉 Celebrating ADA’s 35th anniversary! 🎉 @MBTA transforms Winchester Center Station—once inaccessible—into a modern hub that works for everyone. Two ramps, 3 new elevators, accessible platforms, upgraded lighting, signage, shelters, and even bike storage. aptapassengertransport.com/mbta-celebrate…
Join us in Denver Aug 10–13, for APTA’s Sustainability/OPS Workshop! 39 sessions, seven @RideRTD tours, networking, and a keynote from @DenverDOTI director Amy Ford. A must-attend for planners, schedulers & sustainability pros: conta.cc/3IJpsJm #APTAsustainabilityOPS25
Last week, @USDOT @SecDuffy brought together congressional members and infrastructure stakeholders to foster collaboration on priorities ahead of Congress’s surface transportation reauthorization process later this fall. aptapassengertransport.com/usdot-secretar…
Southeastern PA generates 41% of the state’s economic activity with 32% of its population on 5% of its land thanks to a dense concentration of residents, jobs, and a transit system that moves people efficiently. #ISEPTAPHILLY #HowWeRoll #FundSEPTA #NationalPennsylvaniaDay
This week, APTA chair and @RTCSNV CEO @MJMaynardSNV, spoke at the Opening session of the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials (@COMTO_HQ) 54th National Meeting & Training Conference in NYC. Maynard-Carey also spoke on a @FIFAWorldCup @LA28 panel aptapassengertransport.com/apta-chair-add…
