Transportation
New Study Says Not All Houstonians Have Equal Access To Transit
Posted on · The report offers suggestions for improving the city's "transit equity." That includes more frequent service along with additional late-night buses.
Tag: Metropolitan Transit Authority
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METRO Moves To The Next Phase In Developing A Regional Transit Plan
Posted on · The transit agency hopes to address a growing population and changing mobility needs.
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METRO Is About To Start Testing Its First Self-Driving Vehicle
Posted on · Transit officials want to learn if autonomous buses could help solve some of the region’s mobility issues.
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METRO Hopes For A Strong Advocate In Congress With Lizzie Fletcher’s Election
Posted on · Fletcher's opponent John Culberson long fought plans for a proposed rail line on Richmond Avenue.
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Here’s How to Get A Free Ride to The Polls on Election Day
Posted on · Metro is waiving fares for voters headed to polling places all over Harris County.
Transportation
Metro Is Considering Park and Ride Bus for Conroe
Posted on · The new service would take riders into downtown Houston and the Texas Medical Center
Transportation
Metro Cracking Down on Drivers Who Use HOV Lanes Illegally
Posted on · Police are now doing targeted enforcement on one of Houston’s busiest commuter routes
Transportation
Transportation Planners Consider Regional Transit Fare Collection System
Posted on · With commuters now moving in all directions, the Houston-Galveston Area Council hopes to smooth out the ride for people who travel by bus. Transportation planners say riders should be able to transfer to different bus systems by only paying one fare.
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Metro Apologizes for Inaccurate TV Spot
Posted on · Metro has now pulled a TV spot that praised the response of its employees during Harvey’s floods last year. The spot was taken off the air because it incorrectly had footage from Hurricane Katrina.
Transportation
A New Study Looks At Who’s Using Public Transit In The Houston Area
Posted on · It's the most expansive survey ever conducted on a regional basis.
Transportation
Metro Plans New Safety Improvements Along The Light Rail Lines
Posted on · The goal is to keep people from walking out in front of trains
Transportation
Students Can Ride For Free This Summer On Metro’s Buses And Trains
Posted on · Fares are being waived for students in kindergarten through college
Transportation
Metro Wants To Partner With The City Of Houston To Clear HOV Breakdowns Quicker
Posted on · Drivers who break down in Metro’s H-O-V and HOT lanes may soon be able to get their vehicle towed for free. The transit agency is asking the City of Houston to expand its SafeClear program.
Transportation
Metro Works To Educate Drivers On How Not To Get Hit By A Train
Posted on · The transit agency says over half of the collisions along the light rail line are caused by vehicles running red lights and making improper left turns.
Transportation
Metro Approves Agreement To Operate Houston’s First Bus Rapid Transit System
Posted on · The transit agency is also purchasing buses and other equipment for the new line near the Galleria