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Via metropolitan transit is moving on the development of mass transportation. There are the Green and Silver advanced rapid transit lines. The Better Bus Plan looks to boost frequency on key routes. What is Transit Oriented Development (TOD)? What is the long-term vision for VIA?

Low ridership, cost drive MTA decision Commuter ferry service between Newburgh and Beacon will not return after being suspended since January, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority said last week. NY Waterway has operated the Beacon-to-Newburgh ferry under contract with the MTA since 2005, but the company in March announced that its weekday rush-hour service was discontinued indefinitely due to damage at the Beacon dock. On June 23, Evan Zucarelli, the MTA's acting senior vice president of operations, said during a Metro-North committee meeting that the initial suspension of service was triggered by "typical river icing." However, subsequent assessments "revealed significant damage" to the floating ferry dock the MTA attaches to Beacon's pier, "requiring long-term solutions," he said. After reviewing ridership, which had been "steadily declining" prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the $2.1 million annual cost of the service, the ferry will not return, Zucarelli said. An average of 62 riders used the ferry each day in 2024, down from "approaching 250" per day at its peak in 2008, said Andrew Buder, Metro-North's director of government and community relations. Ridership usually doubles over the summer, but last fall did not rebound to match its numbers from a year earlier, Buder said. "Even with that, we don't see a drop in ridership on the [Metro-North] train correlating to the drop in ridership on the ferry," he said. "If those people are still using the train, they're just choosing to get there a different way." Bus service costing $1.75 per ride will continue ferrying commuters between the two cities on weekday mornings and afternoons for the rest of the year, after which it will become free. The MTA has been working with New York State to expand the frequency and coverage area of the service, Zucarelli said. When pressed by an MTA board member, he said the agency would consider implementing free bus service before 2026. Another factor in the decision, Zucarelli said, is that Beacon is "actively developing plans to activate its dock area for tourism," while in Newburgh, where the MTA had been using a temporary dock, city officials are preparing for similar growth in 2027 with the opening of the $14.3 million Newburgh Landing Pier. The MTA's license to attach its ferry dock in Beacon expired June 30, and the agency notified the city that it did not intend to renew the agreement, City Administrator Chris White said. Neal Zuckerman, a Philipstown resident who represents Putnam County on the MTA board, pushed back against the plans during the June 23 meeting. "It is counterintuitive to me that, at the same time you've mentioned that both Newburgh and Beacon are enhancing their waterfront, that we are finding that use of the waterfront is not valuable," he said. Zuckerman said that what's happening on the Newburgh waterfront is "shockingly nice," while Beacon is a "TOD [transit-oriented development] dream, because it was once a moribund, empty area." Then, when Dia Beacon arrived in 2003, "it created an extraordinary resurgence" in a community that, because of the MTA, was "an easy one to get to." Whether ferry service returns or not, restricted access to the dock has hindered the Hudson River Sloop Clearwater, which would typically dock in Beacon for at least six weeks out of its April-to-November sailing season. Clearwater has had to reschedule school sails aboard the sloop to depart from either Cold Spring or Poughkeepsie, while some fee-based sails for private groups and pay-what-you-can community sails, which draw about 45 people per outing, have been canceled, said David Toman, the organization's executive director. "Our core - the idea of getting people out on the sloop, out on the water - provides a unique impact that you can't get otherwise," he said. "It is critically important to be in Beacon and be able to serve the community from that access point." Steve Chanks, an art director who lives in Newburgh, often ...

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for May 16th Publish Date:  May 16th    Commercial: From the BG AD Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Friday, May 16th and Happy Birthday to Pierce Brosnan I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Kennesaw State students protest losing Black Studies program Cobb Commuter Routes Consolidated, Free Cumberland Loop Cut Second Annual Paws Fest is May 17-18 Plus, Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on grass-fed beef All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  BREAK: TOP TECH MECHANICAL STORY 1: Kennesaw State students protest losing Black Studies program Dozens of Kennesaw State University students protested outside the University System of Georgia offices against the termination of KSU's Black Studies degree program, citing it as a setback for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts. The university attributed the decision to declining enrollment, but critics argue the process lacked transparency and undercounted students. Demonstrators carried signs and chanted slogans emphasizing the importance of diversity. The Board of Regents, which oversees such decisions, has not addressed the issue in its upcoming meeting. DEI programs face increasing opposition at state and federal levels, including legislative efforts in Georgia to defund them. STORY 2: Cobb Commuter Routes Consolidated, Free Cumberland Loop Cut Cobb County will eliminate the free Green Circulator bus loop near The Battery and consolidate three commuter routes (100, 101, 102) into the regional 484 Xpress route due to reduced ridership and the failure of a proposed transit tax. Ridership on commuter routes has dropped 81% since 2019, prompting cost-saving measures. The changes will save over $1.1 million annually, with funds redirected to other transit needs, including the 2025 All-Star Game. The county’s deal with ATL adds seven trips to the 484 route, covering most of the same stops, though the Marietta Transfer Center will no longer be included. STORY 3: Second Annual Paws Fest is May 17-18 The Avenue of West Cobb will host its second annual Paws Fest on May 17-18, featuring exciting DockDogs canine competitions like Big Air Wave, Extreme Vertical, and Speed Retrieve. Events begin at 10 a.m. each day, with finals on May 18 at 4:30 p.m. The festival also includes pet-friendly vendors, interactive booths, grooming services, and giveaways, such as doggy ice cream treats from Bark Street Petopia. For details, visit avenuewestcobb.com. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.  Break: Ingles Markets 6 STORY 4: ‘A True Blessing’: New Pantry at Dunleith Fights Child Hunger Dunleith Elementary School in Marietta has opened a new food pantry, thanks to MUST Ministries and Kroger, to combat child hunger. Serving 50 families monthly, the pantry provides nonperishable food, produce, meat, diapers, and hygiene products. As a Title I school, 90% of Dunleith students receive free or reduced lunches, highlighting the need. This pantry is the fourth opened through a $207,000 Kroger-MUST partnership, which has established 18 pantries across Cobb and Cherokee counties. The initiative aims to reduce food insecurity, allowing students to focus on learning while addressing Kroger’s mission of “zero hunger, zero waste.” STORY 5: Marietta School Board Applauds Staff Support in Tentative Budget Approval The Marietta Board of Education tentatively approved a $167 million fiscal 2026 budget, a 5% increase from last year, focusing on staff raises and maintaining a flat 17.97 millage rate. The budget includes an average 3.3% raise for employees, with some reaching 6.4%, and allocates over 90% of the increase to salaries and benefits. Key allocations include $3.65 million for raises, $770,000 for new staff, and $2.6 million for insurance premium hikes. Public hearings are set for June 10 and 17, with a final vote on June 17. Additional approvals include funding for math programs, HR software, and school security. Break: And now here is Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets on grass-fed beef We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: TIDWELL TREES Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. 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Many studies have looked at the effects of new transit infrastructure on housing prices, gentrification, and other neighborhood changes. But how does housing policy — specifically rising rents and worsening affordability — affect transit? Mike Manville takes the guest seat in the first episode of our four-part series on transportation research: Road Scholars.Show NotesManville, M., King, H., Matute, J., & Lau, T. (2024). Neighborhood change and transit ridership: Evidence from Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Journal of Transport Geography, 121, 104048.Three previous episodes discussing why housing supply matters for affordability: Episode 79 of UCLA Housing Voice: Who Pays For Inclusionary Zoning with Shane PhillipsEpisode 83 of UCLA Housing Voice: Local Effects of Upzoning with Simon Büchler and Elena LutzEpisode 5 of UCLA Housing Voice: Market-Rate Development and Neighborhood Rents with Evan Mast

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Kansas City's streetcar system has transformed downtown with $4 billion in development since opening in 2016, and now two major extensions will nearly triple the system's reach to the university district and riverfront.• 2.2-mile downtown streetcar line has carried over 14 million passengers since 2016• Extensions will add 3.5 miles south to University of Missouri-Kansas City and 0.7 miles north to the riverfront• Fleet expanding from 6 to 14 streetcars to maintain 10-12 minute service frequencies• Comprehensive infrastructure improvements include new water/sewer lines, sidewalks, and green spaces• Downtown residential population has grown to approximately 36,000 people• Maintenance facility tour revealed specialized equipment for streetcar upkeep• Ridership profile expected to diversify with more students and recreational users• Mixed-traffic operations require ongoing adaptations including some parking removal• Some sections of the extensions will feature dedicated transit lanesCheck out the Kansas City Streetcar at kcstreetcar.org or find them on all social media platforms at @kcstreetcar to keep up with their progress.Send us a textSupport the show

Camas resident Douglas Tweet shares his opposition to the TriMet light rail expansion in the I-5 Bridge replacement, citing low transit demand and high costs. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-extremely-low-bus-ridership-does-not-justify-switch-to-expensive-trimet-light-rail/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com #ClarkCountyWa #localnews #transportation #lightrail #TriMet #IBR #publictransit

Is Metro screwed? It's a question that has less to do with trains and stations than with budgets and balance sheets. Wyatt Gordon wrote extensively about Metro's challenges for Greater Greater Washington and he's here to walk us through the wonky details.  Want some more DC news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can also become a member, with ad-free listening, for as little as $8 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 3rd episode: The Pew Charitable Trusts Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Send us a textWe held our first quarterly forum style meeting on Growing Ridership and Retailer Foot Traffic this past January. This week we're featuring the recording as the NBDA wishes to unite industry experts in a panel discussion to circulate best practices to align the industry.Support the show

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New Mexico remains a slow growth state when it comes to population. Tax changes took effect at the New Year. Here's what they mean. New Mexico's Environment Department releases a draft "clean fuel standard." New Mexico's RailRunner ridership rises slightly in 2024. The Administration of ABQ Mayor Tim Keller was found to have misused federal COVID $$ to give raises to top officials. Bills are being introduced in the 2025 legislative session.  In a win for freedom Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has resigned as Canada's prime minister.  Biden is locking up large tracts of offshore resources in his waning days in office. 

Ridership on Amtrak in Nebraska has doubled in the past two years. According to data from the passenger rail carrier, ticket sales broke records nationwide in Fiscal Year 2024. The California Zephyr, the cross-country line serving Nebraska, makes makes one eastbound and one westbound stop at five stations. It's a historic route traveling between Chicago and the San Francisco area. According to Amtrak's annual report released this month, over 350,000 people used that line. That's an increase of a 6.9 percent over the previous year.

Metro announced a return to automated trains as soon as this coming weekend, a move that will save millions. Metro General Manager Randy Clarke sat down with Kojo and Tom to discuss why the time is now to return to automation 15 years after a deadly Red Line crash ended the practice.Clarke explained even with automated trains, an operator remains at the controls, watching the track and managing the doors. He likened the system to cruise control on a car. "It's helping to reduce some human error with a good information technology solution. Gets us back to a more safer, reliable system. At the same time, it becomes cost efficient so everyone's trip is faster as well," Clarke said.He said automation will save the system about seven million dollars, which they will use to extend weekend service.They also discussed his proposed budget which was released this week and Metro's efforts to curb bus fare evasion. WMATA is using plainclothes and uniformed officers as well as video monitoring and special police to issue citations.  More than 70% of bus riders are skipping the fare, which Clarke said is  “unacceptable.” Metro has given out more than 500 citations during the first two weeks of stepped up enforcement, according to the system's general manager. They also talked about what a return-to-office mandate for federal workers could mean for Metro.Become a member of WAMU: wamu.org/donateSend us questions and comments for guests: kojo@wamu.orgFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/wamu885Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/thepoliticshour

Ridership up and crime down? 2025 looks promising for public transportation. Find out more from their GM, Lesley Kandaras.

Ridership up and crime down? 2025 looks promising for public transportation. Find out more from their GM, Lesley Kandaras.

Orchards resident Bryan White shares his thoughts on Portland's TriMet ridership, arguing that low-capacity trains shouldn't impact Clark County's transportation future. Read his letter to the editor at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-portland-quietly-admitting-that-trimets-ridership-is-too-low-to-be-worth-running-full-capacity-trains/ on www.ClarkCountyToday.com. #TriMetRidership #ClarkCounty #MAXTrains #Transportation #LightRailOpposition #FreewayTolls #HiddenTaxes #Orchards #LocalNews #ClarkCountyWa

ICYMI: Hour One of ‘Later, with Mo'Kelly' Presents – A look at some good news regarding L.A. Metro for a change' with a new report that highlights an increase in ridership for the 20th consecutive month in July…PLUS – Thoughts on California Senate Bill 1061, which aims to “remove medical debt from credit reports and prohibit debt collectors from reporting patients' medical debt information to credit agencies” - on KFI AM 640…Live everywhere on the iHeartRadio app

The Amalgamated Transit Union representing Metrobus drivers and mechanics has concerns about returning to a full schedule. The Morning Show's Sarah Antle reached out to Ken Hart for more. He's the President of the local A-T-U branch in St. John's.

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Join Transit Unplugged host Paul Comfort as he dives into the critical issue of boosting post-pandemic transit ridership with Ron Kilcoyne. Ron is a seasoned transit professional with over 40 years in the industry, leading several transit agencies, and now a transit researcher and consultant.Ron and Paul explore some innovative solutions to increase ridership, emphasizing a 'three-legged stool' of service design, marketing, and operations.This conversation combines both practical advice and strategic insights into rebuilding public transportation systems to meet current and future demands. Ron dives into his research into understanding how service design and ridership intertwine and showing it's not always the urban agencies that take the ridership crown.Don't miss Ron's expert analysis and actionable recommendations to help your agency thrive in the new era of transit.Next week on the show we have GM of SMART (Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation) outside of Detroit, Dwight Farrell talking about supporting the NFL Draft with transit and some critical leadership advice for everyone looking to move up in the industry.Transit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo https://www.modaxo.comHost: Paul ComfortProducer: Paul ComfortEditor and Writer: Tris HusseyExecutive Producer: Julie GatesSpecial thanks to:Brand design: Tina OlagundoyeSocial Media: Tatyana MechkarovaMarketing content, Transit Unplugged Newsletter, & transit puns: Tris HusseyIf you have a question or comment, email us at info@transitunplugged.com.Follow us on social media: LinkedIn - Twitter - Threads- Instagram - FacebookSign up for the Transit Unplugged Newsletter00:05 Introduction to Transit Unplugged00:15 Challenges in Post-Pandemic Ridership01:54 Interview with Ron Kilcoyne01:57 Ron Kilcoyne's Background and Experience03:53 The Three-Legged Stool of Transit Ridership04:44 Marketing and Operations in Transit07:14 Improving Transit Service and Accessibility12:48 Case Studies and Research Findings16:34 Recommendations for Transit Agencies22:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts22:26 Coming up next week on Transit UnpluggedDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo Inc., its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent (“Modaxo”). This production belongs to Modaxo, and may contain information that may be subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights and restrictions. This production provides general information, and should not be relied on as legal advice or opinion. Modaxo specifically disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and will not be liable for any losses, claims, or damages arising from the use of this presentation, from any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken in response to it.

Some time has passed since there was an audio edition of Charlottesville Community Engagement, a period of time that could be quantified in many ways. Yet, to those who listen at a point way past the one in which these words are written, mere seconds may have passed. This assumes that anyone is listening at all, and we all know what happens then. In this edition:* Charlottesville's Board of Architectural Review takes a first look at UVA's affordable housing project at 10th and Wertland (learn more)* Ridership continues to increase on Virginia's Amtrak routes (learn more)* Four of the five candidates in Fifth District primaries appear at Spring Creek forum (learn more)* A few highlights from the University of Virginia's Board of Visitors as they began their June meeting on Thursday (learn more)* And the UVA Foundation spends $10.5 million for three properties on Arlington Boulevard (learn more) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe

From the BG Ad Group Studio this is your news minute on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Today is Friday, June 7th, and I'm Keith Ippolito. Cobb: Transit Tax Would Increase Ridership Twelvefold Cobb County's bold proposal for a 30-year 1% sales tax aims at revolutionizing its transit system. This plan, unveiled recently, is under review by the Atlanta-region Transit Link Authority, with a crucial referendum scheduled for November 5th. Cobb County anticipates that this sales tax will increase ridership more than twelvefold by 2050. The tax, if approved, would raise the county's sales tax from 6% to 7%, generating an estimated $11 billion. This funding would be used to construct 108 miles of rapid bus routes, several new transit centers, and a countywide "microtransit" service. The ATL board has unanimously approved Cobb's project list, signaling a strong step forward. ATL staff highlighted the conservative financial projections, focusing on federal funding without relying on state assistance. The final decision now lies with the Cobb Board of Commissioners, who will vote next Tuesday. For more news about our community, visit mdjonline.com. For the Marrietta Daily Journal Podcast, I'm Keith Ippolito. Produced by The BG Podcast Network #NewsPodcast #CurrentEvents #TopHeadlines #BreakingNews #PodcastDiscussion #PodcastNews #InDepthAnalysis #NewsAnalysis #PodcastTrending #WorldNews #LocalNews #GlobalNews #PodcastInsights #NewsBrief #PodcastUpdate #NewsRoundup #WeeklyNews #DailyNews #PodcastInterviews #HotTopics #PodcastOpinions #InvestigativeJournalism #BehindTheHeadlines #PodcastMedia #NewsStories #PodcastReports #JournalismMatters #PodcastPerspectives #NewsCommentary #PodcastListeners #NewsPodcastCommunity #NewsSource #PodcastCuration #WorldAffairs #PodcastUpdates #AudioNews #PodcastJournalism #EmergingStories #NewsFlash #PodcastConversations #podcast #podcasts #podcaster #podcastlife #podcastshow #podcasting #podcasters #podcastersofinstagram #itunes #applepodcasts #spotifypodcast #soundcloud #youtube #radio #radioshow #comedy #music #hiphop #art #entrepreneur #covid #motivation #interview #repost #loveSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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What began as a relatively small-scale bus operation, RTD has grown to one of the Denver metro area's most expansive pieces of infrastructure and a political arena of its own. Increasingly, the public is being asked to put more confidence into an organization of which it has cause to be skeptical. In the face of expansive plans, though, RTD serves fewer people than it did just five years ago. Ridership halved during the COVID-19 public health emergency and plagued by lingering issues of elevated region-wide crime and remote work, it has not recovered to prepandemic levels. On this episode of Common Sense Digest, Host and Chairman Earl Wright welcomes CSI's Urban Development Fellow Kelly Jean Brough and Daniel Hutton, Vice President of Transportation & Mobility for Denver South to discuss where RTD should focus its efforts for attracting and maintaining riders, and how to alleviate concerns of safety. The state has made a massive investment in the transit system, and this podcast focuses on the areas in which RTD can maximize that return on investment. You can read our full report titled "Fork in the Railroad: RTD's Ridership Dilemma" here. Thank you for listening to Common Sense Digest. Please rate, review, and subscribe on your favorite podcatcher. All of our podcasts can be found here. You can find more about Kelly Brough here. You can find more about Daniel Hutton here.

Working from home is up significantly and transit ridership is down as people show their preference for car travel. https://tinyurl.com/bdd2sken #TransitRidershipDown #TriMet #CTRAN #InterstateBridgeReplacementProgram #TrafficCongestion #WorkingFromHome #SouthwestWashingtonRegionalTransportationCouncil #MAXLightRail #BusRapidTransit #Interstate5 #Interstate205 #HaydenIsland #FederalTransitAdministration #OregonTransportationCommission #ClarkCountyWa #Ridgefield #BattleGround #VancouverWa #Portland #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday

Jumping on the train might seem like a nice alternative to a traffic jam… until you realize your train is also sitting in a traffic jam. Unlike the mythological bird of the same name, the federal government's Phoenix payroll system is not going to rise from the ashes. Celebrating something? Let us know here: https://thepeak.typeform.com/to/MNdYA3TO

The US Census Bureau reports that people using mass transit to commute to work remains 38 percent below pre pandemic levels, particularly evident in the Portland metro area, challenging proposed transit expansion plans despite persistent traffic congestion concerns. https://rb.gy/6gcmjk #USCensusBureau #MassTransit #DrivingAlone #InterstateBridgeReplacement #ColumbiaRiver #TriMet #CTRAN #MAXLightRail #I5 #BusRapidTransit #Metro #Portland #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #OregonTransportationCommission #OHSU #RandallOToole #KevinPeterson #FederalTransitAdministration #FederalHighwayAdministration #EnvironmentalImpactStatement #GregJohnson #Telework #Carpool #MultimodalTransportation #TrafficCongestion #VehicleCapacity #OregonDepartmentOfTransportation #WashingtonDepartmentOfTransportation #BentFlyvbjerg #HighCapacityTransit #CharlesMarohn #WestsideMobilityImprovementStudy #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday

During the second hour of the Greg Kelly show, Greg did a dive into subway crime and how most recent actions from the mayor and governor have not regained the trust of the people towards the safety of subway riding. Moreover he blasted the some recent comments of self proclaimed "commissioner" Kaz Daughtry and how they show that he is living in a utopia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Codcast, MBTA General Manager Philip Eng talks to CommonWealth Beacon's Bruce Mohl about his first year running the T, why he's optimistic about bringing riders back, and where things stand with train car manufacturer CRRC.

MDJ Script/ Top Stories for Feb 15th            Publish Date:  Feb 14th            Commercial: From the Drake Realty Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Thursday, February 15th, and Happy 69th Birthday to Simpson creator Matt Groening. ***02.15.24 – BIRTHDAY – MATT GROENING*** I'm Dan Radcliffe and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia. Technical Issues with Farebox Distort CobbLinc's Ridership and Revenue Data Cobb County to Launch Innovative Transit Pilot Program in South Cobb Cobb Commissioner Challenges Chairwoman's Funding Proposals Amid Trust Issues   Plus, Bruce Jenkins sits down with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss microwave meals.   All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    BREAK: CU of GA STORY 1: Farebox Malfunctions Skew CobbLinc Data on Riders, Revenue Activists and Cobb County bus drivers have raised concerns about the reliability of the county's bus system ridership data due to faulty fareboxes. Local transit advocate Matt Stigall and Reverend Jeff Jones have voiced their skepticism, supported by four CobbLinc drivers who confirmed the existence of these technical problems. In response to these issues, the Cobb Department of Transportation is set to request a $1.3 million budget allocation for the replacement of the malfunctioning fareboxes. This move acknowledges the technical issues that have been causing data inaccuracies. The timing of these developments coincides with an upcoming vote in Cobb County on November 5. The vote will decide on a proposed 30-year, 1% sales tax (M-SPLOST) designed to fund future transit projects. However, there are ongoing concerns about the current ridership numbers and the financial sustainability of these projects. Bus drivers have reported increased stress levels due to the faulty equipment, which has also led to additional distractions as they are forced to manually count passengers. To address these concerns and improve data accuracy, Cobb DOT director Drew Raessler plans to seek approval for the farebox replacement from the county commission by April 9. STORY 2: Cobb to Implement Transit Pilot Program in South Cobb The Cobb Board of Commissioners has greenlighted an initiative to fund a two-year pilot microtransit program in the southern region of Cobb County. With an approved budget of nearly $3.5 million, the program is designed to boost localized, on-demand transit services. Primarily funded through state and federal grants, the county will be responsible for covering 30% of the total cost. The microtransit program aims to provide curb-to-curb service, connecting riders to other transit services within Cobb County and extending to Atlanta. This initiative is part of a broader plan, the Mobility Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (M-SPLOST), which proposes funding for significant transit improvements. These include the addition of 108 miles of bus rapid transit and arterial rapid transit routes. Despite facing opposition from several commissioners, the microtransit program ultimately received approval. Funding for a potential third year of the program is currently being reviewed by CobbLinc and the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority. STORY 3: I Don't Trust You': Cobb Commissioner Fights Chairwoman's Funding Requests During a recent Cobb Board of Commissioners meeting, a heated debate arose between Chairwoman Lisa Cupid and Commissioner Keli Gambrill. The dispute centered around Cupid's proposal to shift $200,000 from her contingency fund to the county's operational budget. This move, which was ultimately passed with a 4-1 vote, is intended to finance policy research and other related expenses. Gambrill accused Cupid of lacking transparency in her actions, raising specific concerns about the expenditure on the "Cupid Loves Cobb Tour." This initiative, led by Cupid, aims to spotlight local businesses. In response to Gambrill's criticisms, Cupid defended the tour as a valuable community event. The exchange emphasized the deepening divisions within the commission. During an hour-long debate, both Cupid and Gambrill exchanged personal barbs, highlighting the ongoing tensions.  We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.    We'll be right back. Break: DRAKE STORY 4: Cobb Elections Establishing New Absentee Ballot Division Cobb County Elections Director, Tate Fall, recently received approval from the Board of Commissioners to establish distinct absentee and registration divisions within her department. This structural change is intended to ease the workload on staff during election periods. To support this reorganization, Fall requested funding for three new full-time positions: a division manager, a communications specialist, and a GIS analyst. However, Commissioner Keli Gambrill expressed reservations about the approval process. Fall underscored the importance of these new roles in ensuring effective voter service and enhancing the organizational structure of the department. The division manager will be responsible for overseeing aspects of election operations, which will enable better focus and efficiency. STORY 5: Kennesaw State University to Offer Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence The University System of Georgia's Board of Regents has given the green light to Kennesaw State University (KSU) to launch a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI) degree program. Set to begin in fall 2024, KSU becomes the second institution in the state to offer a master's degree in AI, aiming to cater to the growing demand for professionals in this field. This interdisciplinary program will be based in the College of Computing and Software Engineering and will build upon the existing AI Concentration within the Computer Science Department. KSU President Kathy Schwaig emphasized that the program is designed to prepare the next generation of AI leaders and address the changing needs of the workforce. The MSAI curriculum will provide an integrated approach to computer science, data science, IT, and software engineering, preparing students for a wide range of roles within the AI sector. Graduates of this program will be well-positioned to enter a field that is projected to have a substantial impact on the global economy by 2030. The program places a strong emphasis on practical experience, offering internships and collaborative projects to equip students with the skills necessary to handle real-world AI challenges. We'll be back in a moment.   Break: INGLES 9   STORY 6: LEAH MCGRATH And now here is Bruce Jenkins' conversation with Leah McGrath from Ingles Markets to discuss microwave meals.   Break:   Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today's Marietta Daily Journal podcast. 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What changes could be in the works after a ridership record for the Cincinnati streetcar?

The already controversial Unified Development Ordinance is receiving complaints from SouthPark about triplexes. Officials okay the $2.5 billion school bonds. And the Hornets' losing streak gets worse. Mike Collins and our roundtable of reporters tackle those stories and more.

When you think of big city transit agencies you think about Boston, New York, Toronto, LA, San Francisco...maybe not Mississauga, Ontario. It might surprise you that this city of one million people supports a transit system with over 500 buses and serves as the essential connector between cities East, West, and North (South is Lake Ontario). Mississauga Transit (or MiWay) helps people in Brampton, Oakville, and Toronto get to jobs and school.But they seem to be doing something right because they've increased ridership 27% over the last year and are at 109% of their 2019 ridership levels (let's stop saying the "p" word). Eve Wiggins recently took the helm of MiWay after almost a decade at the TTC and Metrolinx and before that a decade at the Toronto Airport Authority. Eve certainly knows how to get people where they want to go, in the air or on the ground.While she's only been at MiWay a short time, she has a big vision and big plans for the agency to grow and expand over the next five years.But you can't execute your vision on your own. You need to lead people and clear the roadblocks in their way. Eve subscribes to the CASTLE (Courage, Authenticity, Truthfulness, Love, and Effectiveness) leadership philosophy and you will want to listen to how she describes her leadership style. It's pretty inspiring just listening to how she approaches getting things done and relying on others when she knows she doesn't have all the answers.Coming up next week we have Holly Arnold, CEO of the Maryland Transit Administration about her career at the MTA and the massive projects she has on the go there.We're excited to announce a special Transit Unplugged live CEO round table. Hosted by Dr. Khan you'll Legos at UITP MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition on February the 29th at the Trapeze booth. We'll have guests, including UITP President, Renee Amilcar and the Director General of the Integrated Transport Center in Abu Dhabi, Abdulla Al Marzooqi.The MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition 2024 is the premier event focusing on sustainable urban mobility solutions in the MENA region. It takes place in Dubai from February 28th to March 1st, the event is co-organized by UITP and Dubai's RTA.The MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition has been a leading platform for showcasing advancements in public transport since 2007.If you have a question or comment, email us at info@transitunplugged.com.Transit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo and these fine folks:Paul Comfort, host and producerJulie Gates, executive producerTris Hussey, editor and writerTatyana Mechkarova, social mediaFollow us on social media: LinkedIn - Twitter - Instagram - FacebookSign up for the Transit Unplugged Newsletter0:00 What's the secret sauce to increasing ridership 27% in one year?00:03 Introduction and Overview01:44 The Success of Mississauga's Transit System04:27 The Secret Sauce: How Mississauga Grew Ridership12:01 Eve's Leadership Philosophy and Approach19:00 The Future of Transit in...

During the COVID pandemic, ridership on California's public transit systems plummeted.  Now, ridership levels for one agency – Los Angeles Metro – are nearly back to pre-pandemic levels, but there are still big concerns about quality of service, safety and how to deal with drug abuse and homelessness on subways, buses and light rail. The transportation agency is trying to deal with those concerns by putting a friendly face on mass transit. Reporter: Saul Gonzalez, The California Report

Report by IIT-Delhi & Infravision Foundation also found that Delhi metro ridership was equal to 47% of projected ridership as against 25-30% for other operational metro rail networks.

Mother nature brought a lot of closures to North County rail lines this year, causing ridership to drop. Officials are suggesting solutions to the problem. In other news, the Israel-Hamas war is history happening in real time, which means textbooks aren't current. We hear from students determined to learn the truth. Plus, we're looking back at the stories of 2023. We'll hear a story about the late Nicolas Reveles, who died before the premiere of his opera, "Ghosts."

Baseball phenom Shohei Ohtani is headed from the L.A. Angels to the L.A. Dodgers. Metro is increasing train frequency for its light rail, even along the K Line which sees fewer riders than any other rail line. And activists and neighborhood groups are holding a rally today in Little Tokyo to protest gentrification and save Suehiro Cafe. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.Support the show: https://laist.com

Full text: For those of us who came of age in the 1970s, the conventional wisdom was that cars were gas guzzlers and the environmentally correct way to travel was via transit. That is no longer the case. Last month the Federal Transit Agency (FTA) released its 2022 National Transit Database. According to Oregon economist Randal O'Toole, the results show that transit used more energy per passenger-mile than the average car or light truck in every urban area. Transit vehicles also emitted more greenhouse gasses than the average car or light truck in every urban area except New York. Local planners seem to have missed this development. Metro's proposed Regional Transportation Plan, which the agency will adopt in early December, recommends that we provide more funding for TriMet and take measures to increases ridership as a means of reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Obviously this strategy will fail, because transit itself is failing. TriMet's share of all regional trips today is about 4%, which means it's irrelevant to most regional travelers. This suggests that it's time to reconsider the basic purpose of the agency. Ridership peaked in 2012, and there is no evidence that it will ever come back. If there are few riders and transit vehicles are less efficient than cars, what is the point? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeewithcascade/message

Patricia Lopez of the Star Tribune editorial board joins Chad to discuss her series examining light rail in the Twin Cities and what steps can be taken to improve safety and ridership.

Construction on a rail project that will connect Boston to several South Coast communities is nearing completion, but questions remain about the impact and potential success of the commuter rail expansion.

The stay at home orders of 2020 and the shift to remote work drastically changed how people commute. Now, more than three years after the onset of the pandemic, ridership on most public transit still hasn't recovered, and in some cases is consistently hovering below half of pre-pandemic levels. But car traffic has rebounded, and then some. Bay Bridge data shows that some mornings, congestion heading into San Francisco is even worse than in 2019. This comes at a time when experts agree we should be transitioning away from solo car trips. We'll discuss how local transit agencies are adapting to these new transportation trends, and hear about efforts to get more people out of their cars and onto buses and trains. Guests: Dan Brekke, editor and reporter, KQED News Joe McConnell, former traffic reporter, KQED - Joe recently retired after more than 36 years with the station Rebecca Long, director of fegislation and public affairs, Metropolitan Transportation Commission Daniel Rodriguez, director, Institute of Transportation Studies UC Berkeley Janice Li, president, BART's Board of Directors

Healthcare workers at a Burbank hospital begins a 5-day strike today. Are you prepared for a potential deluge in SoCal this storm season? LA Metro ridership is on pace to return to pre-pandemic levels. Support The L.A. Report by donating now at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.com.Support the show: https://laist.com

Crain's politics reporter Leigh Giangreco talks with host Amy Guth about the CTA's $2 billion budget for 2024 as it holds off on adding service. Plus: United expands focus to economy class; Ferrara Candy is buying Jelly Belly; Chicago wins Fitch upgrade on better economy, moderating debt; and just a fraction of craft cannabis growers operational in Illinois, despite dedicated fund.

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Detailed show notes to come. Norris makes the point about backing up your words with actions about moving to the city or investing in it if you have strong opinions about it or want the benefits as a listener wonders about library cards for non-residents We talk about rising QLINE ridership and why that's a good thing, and the surprising statistics as part of it Plus, HOV lanes look like they're coming to I-75 in Southern Oakland County. Good, bad, indifferent?  And the worst freeways in Metro Detroit. We definitely differ on this one. Feedback as always - dailydetroit - at - gmail - dot - com or 313-789-3211.

Full-text: TriMet's Blue rail line to Hillsboro opened on September 12, 1998. Westside MAX was unlike any light rail line previously built in America: It was deliberately routed through vacant land with the expectation that it would be a catalyst for so-called “Transit-Oriented  Development” (TOD). TriMet planners claimed, “The success or failure of the public's nearly $1 billion investment in Westside MAX will be determined in large part by what happens around its 20 stations. Unlike the East side MAX line, a substantial amount of land around the Westside is primed for development.” After 25 years, has the strategy succeeded? Not really. Much of the land near light rail stations has been developed at high densities; but density is expensive so many of those projects were subsidized with below-cost land deals, tax abatements, or cash grants. And few people who live or work near rail stations actually use the train. At Orenco Station in Hillsboro, a fully developed transit-oriented neighborhood, light rail ridership at the afternoon peak is only about seven percent of all passenger trips. Ridership is even lower at most other times. The “Field of Dreams” strategy was a nice metaphor, but it has no basis in reality. TriMet and Metro should shut down their TOD programs and stop building light rail. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeewithcascade/message

BART officials say a man who died on a train at San Francisco's Embarcadero Station last night apparently overdosed. It's the latest in a string of overdose deaths on the system with the transit agency previously reporting seven fatalities in the first three months of the year. Safety is a key issue for the agency as it tries to get riders back. So what is BART doing and what needs to be done? For more on this, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising spoke with KCBS insider Phil Matier.

Richland County Transit ending bus routes to Shelby due to low ridership, says Taddie: https://www.richlandsource.com/news/richland-county-transit-ending-bus-routes-to-shelby-due-to-low-ridership-says-taddie/article_5883115c-1520-11ee-87ad-8f40e284e015.html Today - Richland County Transit is reducing its service to the City of Shelby.Support the show: https://www.sourcemembers.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.