As ridership plummets, five transit agencies are put on Fitch Ratings’ watch list
Fitch Ratings has placed the ratings of five large U.S. public transit agencies on Rating Watch Negative. The following ratings are affected:
light rail transit
Bells & Whistles—3/20/20
Due to technical difficulties on YouTube’s end, please go to the following link to view the latest Bells & Whistles: Bells & Whistles—3/20/20. Coronavirus my infect November ballot for Oregon Metro’s huge
UPDATED MARCH 20: Rail Group Staff Report: Global railway industry response to the COVID-19 pandemic
The World Health Organization has declared COVID-19, otherwise known as the coronavirus, a pandemic, and the U.S. has declared a National Emergency. The global railway industry has been responding. Following is a
Coronavirus may infect November ballot for Oregon Metro’s huge transportation plan
Oregon Metro’s giant $7 billion transportation plan might be put on hold due to the most famous virus in world history.
APTA: Transit agencies need billions of dollars in aid due to coronavirus
With transit agencies feeling the hurt of the coronavirus in the U.S., many are now hoping Congress will step up and offer some relief.
Earthquake hits Salt Lake City, shuts down light rail transit system
The largest earthquake to shake the state of Utah in almost 30 years has shut down light rail service in Salt Lake City.
CORRECTION: Ottawa transit line subcontractor, Hardrock Concrete Inc., never fined for work done
In the article “Lawsuits mounting against Ottawa’s Confederation Line” RT&S incorrectly stated that Hardrock received a $3 million fine for delays, even though it faced numerous obstacles out of the company’s control.
Amtrak needs a bailout fast; Metro Transit cancels overnight service; S.F. transit does not alter much during lockdown
Amtrak and other passenger rail services say $1 billion is needed to help recover from the coronavirus pandemic sweeping through the U.S.
UPDATED MARCH 16: Rail Group Staff Report: Global railway industry response to the COVID-19 pandemic
The World Health Organization has declared COVID-19, otherwise known as the coronavirus, a pandemic, and the U.S. has declared a National Emergency. The global railway industry is ramping-up its response. Following is
Connecting new track with old track taking longer than expected for Sound Transit
When old meets new there is almost always an adjustment period. For Sound Transit, that adjustment period is going a little longer than expected.
Bells & Whistles Special—Saturday news update
Transit agencies suffer drop in ridership due to coronavirus fears. GoTriangle takes another angle with new commuter line. New transit line in Austin would cost taxpayers big time. Ottawa’s Confederation Line faces
Transit ridership drops significantly across the country amid coronavirus fears; some agencies cut service
With the coronavirus continuing to spread fear across the U.S., transit agencies are now starting to feel the effects of more people working from home and more people simply avoiding public gatherings.
Rail Group Staff Report: Global railway industry response to the COVID-19 pandemic
MARCH 12, 2020: The World Health Organization has declared COVID-19, otherwise known as the coronavirus, a pandemic, and the global railway industry is ramping-up its response. Following is a staff report from
Talk of Gold Line extension in California takes several turns
There is yet to be an approved line of thinking when it comes to extending the Gold Line in San Bernardino County, Calif. The San Bernardino Country Transportation Authority (SBCTA) says it
Mesa, Ariz., light rail project recognized for innovation, working with the community
The Gilbert Road Light Rail Extension project in Mesa, Ariz., has received the Associated General Contractors of America’s Construction Risk Partners Build America Merit Award for best new highway and transportation project.
RT&S announces 2020 Top Projects winners
Railway Track & Structures magazine has determined the winners of the 2020 RT&S Top Projects competition. A total of 16 projects were determined worthy enough for the 2020 RT&S Top Projects title.
GoTriangle has new approach to a commuter rail line in North Carolina
GoTriangle is circling back on a new commuter rail line that would serve Durham and Johnston counties in North Carolina. GoTriangle tried to move forward with an 18-mile line last year, but
New transit line in Austin could require voters to approve 22.5 percent tax rate increase
Called a once-in-a-generation investment, the proposed new rail line for the city of Austin, Texas, will most likely have one crack to sway voters in 2020. State law calls for taxing bodies
Lawsuits mounting against Ottawa’s Confederation Line; subcontractor claims it dealt with trash and delays
The city of Ottawa’s light rail system, the Confederation Line, continues to take on heat … and lawsuits.
Bells & Whistles—3/6/20
Austin’s Capital Metro has big plans, including subway running through downtown. Ottawa’s Confederation Line faces harsh criticism. Transit agencies respond to coronavirus. Norfolk Southern introduces autonomous inspection technology.