The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) is a nonprofit international association with 1,500 members engaged in areas of public transit.
The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) is a nonprofit international association of 1,500 public and private member organizations, engaged in the areas of bus, paratransit, light rail, commuter rail, subways, waterborne services, and intercity and high-speed rail. This includes: transit systems; planning, design, construction, and finance firms; product and service providers; academic institutions; transit associations and state departments of transportation. More than 90 percent of the people using public transportation in the United States and Canada are served by APTA member systems.
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"People vaccinated at the Metropolitan Transportation Authority - MTA rail and subway locations can get a free seven-day MetroCard or two free one-way tickets for the MTA LIRR or MTA Metro-North Railroad," reports The New York Times.
The state will offer free subway and rail tickets as an incentive, joining a broader nationwide push to speed up the flagging pace of vaccinations.
Infrastructure is not a partisan issue—it’s an American priority. Our country cannot wait any longer to rebuild and modernize our infrastructure. Tell Congress: pass comprehensive infrastructure legislation by the Fourth of July. #BuildByThe4th
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APTA is a proud coalition partner with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on the effort to #BuildByThe4th.
Starting in 50 minutes is APTA's new Kaleidoscope webinar series on elevating equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in public transit > https://conta.cc/3uvfzCU
This APTAU webinar series is presented by Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.
Starting in 50 minutes is APTA's new Kaleidoscope webinar series on elevating equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging in public transit > https://conta.cc/3uvfzCU
This APTAU webinar series is presented by Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.
More RTS - Regional Transit Service & RTS Transit Center buses will be reassigned to provide 15-minute headways on the most frequently-used #transit routes, and on-demand shuttles will step-up to serve areas with less ridership.
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ROCHESTER, NY (WHAM) -- A new on-demand shuttle aims to end the days of waiting at a bus stop for a ride. It's all part of "Reimagine RTS. " “That is a game-changer. It’s like Uber and Lyft for public transit," said Bill Carpenter, the CEO for RTS. He says RTS has been planning the chang...
Registration is now open for the virtual 2021 APTA-UITP Rail Conference!
Join us June 8-9, to discuss important public transit topics as rail systems start to emerge from the pandemic and plan for a changed world > https://conta.cc/2PTLcak
#APTArail21UITP is presented by HNTB.
Registration is now open for the virtual 2021 APTA-UITP Rail Conference!
Join us June 8-9, to discuss important public transit topics as rail systems start to emerge from the pandemic and plan for a changed world > https://conta.cc/2PTLcak
#APTArail21UITP is presented by HNTB.
“The public transportation industry strongly supports Senator Chuck Schumer’s and U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown’s efforts to make a game-changing investment in zero-emission buses and charging infrastructure. This forward-thinking investment will spur innovation, clean the air in our communities, and help us address the dramatic impacts of climate change across the nation.” - APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas https://www.democrats.senate.gov/dsoc/press-releases/majority-leader-schumer-and-chairman-brown-unveil-new-clean-transit-for-america-plan-to-replace-nations-polluting-buses-with-clean-buses
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"Last week, President Joe Biden's address to Congress highlighted the administration’s accomplishments in his first 100 days and described the next challenges that require a national, post-pandemic commitment. As I said in my statement after the speech, it was gratifying to hear the President call for more public transit investment to meet growing mobility demands, expand the economy, and address the climate crisis, which he equated with 'jobs, jobs, jobs!'
"This is a great context to discuss public transit’s support for a major infrastructure package," begins a LinkedIn article by APTA President and CEO Paul P Skoutelas. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/connection-between-infrastructure-investment-racial-equity-skoutelas/
Last week, President Joe Biden’s address to Congress highlighted the administration’s accomplishments in his first 100 days and described the next challenges that require a national, post-pandemic commitment. As I said in my statement after the speech, it was gratifying to hear the President cal...
"Last week, President Joe Biden's address to Congress highlighted the administration’s accomplishments in his first 100 days and described the next challenges that require a national, post-pandemic commitment. As I said in my statement after the speech, it was gratifying to hear the President call for more public transit investment to meet growing mobility demands, expand the economy, and address the climate crisis, which he equated with 'jobs, jobs, jobs!'
"This is a great context to discuss public transit’s support for a major infrastructure package," begins a LinkedIn article by APTA President and CEO Paul P Skoutelas. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/connection-between-infrastructure-investment-racial-equity-skoutelas/
Last week, President Joe Biden’s address to Congress highlighted the administration’s accomplishments in his first 100 days and described the next challenges that require a national, post-pandemic commitment. As I said in my statement after the speech, it was gratifying to hear the President cal...
Brand new public #transit research is out today, covering intelligent transportation systems in headway-based bus service. Download the practical solutions for free in #TCRP Synthesis 155.
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Intelligent transportation systems and, in particular, computer-aided dispatch and automatic vehicle location (CAD/AVL), have become quasi-universal in urban bus operations and support a variety of functions. The TRB Transit Cooperative Research Program's TCRP Synthesis 155: Intelligent Transportati...
“Transit agencies will have to pivot to what this new future might be. Essential workers continue to be transported. But we need to get the larger workforce back on public transit, not only for our own survival but also to revitalize cities.” - APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas https://apnews.com/article/coronavirus-government-and-politics-environment-and-nature-politics-lifestyle-56d36574e38cec038f77339ef12076bc
WASHINGTON (AP) — Taking the Los Angeles Metro for his first trip in months, Brad Hudson felt a moment of normalcy when the train rolled into the South Pasadena, California, station, harkening back to his daily commute into LA before the coronavirus pandemic . Then Hudson boarded the train, and re...
We’re looking forward to #EEGlobal Forum 2021, an annual event put on by the Alliance To Save Energy that brings together the world’s top experts in #energyefficiency to explore timely topics, identify emerging trends, and network with peers from dozens of countries. This year, the Forum will be hosted on May 4 virtually. Register: https://eeglobalforum.org/
This Year’s Speakers Include Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester U.S. House of Representatives Bob Hinkle President & CEO, Metrus Energy Adam Procell Chief Strategy Officer, Willdan Representative Peter Welch U.S. House of Representatives Rick Thigpen Senior Vice President – Corporate Citizenshi...
Explore the latest Transit Cooperative Research Program findings, including free reports on The #Transit Analyst Toolbox, an Update on Public Transportation's Impacts on Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and a Pandemic Playbook for Transportation Agencies > https://conta.cc/3eX5XKP
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Explore the latest Transit Cooperative Research Program findings, including free reports on The #Transit Analyst Toolbox, an Update on Public Transportation's Impacts on Greenhouse Gas Emissions, and a Pandemic Playbook for Transportation Agencies > https://conta.cc/3eX5XKP
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The time is now to make a transformational investment in our national infrastructure. #InvestinTransit
Metro CEO & General Manager Darryl Haley was honored to participate in today's roundtable discussion with Vice President Kamala Harris to talk about investing in public transit and its impact on our region.
Watch: https://youtu.be/jYVZoWZY_wM
Happy Anniversary, Amtrak! May 1, 2021, marks the Golden Anniversary of Amtrak operations, and the agency is celebrating the milestone with a special 50th Anniversary virtual event, to include guest speaker President Biden. Tune in!
Mark your calendars, hold on to your conductor hats and get ready to tune in tomorrow, April 30 at 2:30 PM ET, for our 50th anniversary celebration! 🎉
Join us for a special livestream celebration from Philadelphia, PA as we kick off our 50th anniversary featuring remarks from President Joe Biden!
To take part in this historic moment, visit our 50th Anniversary site: https://www.amtrak.com/50th-anniversary
#Amtrak50 #TheFutureRidesWithUs
President Joe Biden's joint address to Congress shines spotlight on much needed public transportation infrastructure investment > https://www.apta.com/news-publications/press-releases/releases/president-bidens-joint-address-to-congress-shines-spotlight-on-much-needed-public-transportation-infrastructure-investment/
President Joe Biden's joint address to Congress shines spotlight on much needed public transportation infrastructure investment > https://www.apta.com/news-publications/press-releases/releases/president-bidens-joint-address-to-congress-shines-spotlight-on-much-needed-public-transportation-infrastructure-investment/
APTA's new Kaleidoscope webinar series launches May 6. This series aims to provide concrete guidance to support APTA members in taking action on their commitment to #diversity, #equity, and #inclusion.
Register now > https://conta.cc/3u0GZ3r
APTA's new Kaleidoscope webinar series launches May 6. This series aims to provide concrete guidance to support APTA members in taking action on their commitment to #diversity, #equity, and #inclusion.
Register now > https://conta.cc/3u0GZ3r
Get an update on public transportation's positive impact on greenhouse gas emissions, in this new #TCRP research report https://www.nap.edu/catalog/26103/an-update-on-public-transportations-impacts-on-greenhouse-gas-emissions
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Did you know a typical transit trip emits 55% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than driving alone? This and other climate facts are highlighted in the Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP)’s latest draft report, which analyzes public transportation’s greenhouse gas impacts in 2018 and how communities are investing in #transit as a strategy to cut emissions and strengthen resiliency. TCRP research is sponsored in part by FTA. #EarthDay2021 Transportation Research Board https://bit.ly/3tFvNJl
#EEGlobal Forum 2021 is just a week away! Register now for the Alliance To Save Energy’s virtual event featuring sessions on cutting-edge #energyefficiency topics and great networking opportunities. Learn more and register: https://eeglobalforum.org/
This Year’s Speakers Include Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester U.S. House of Representatives Bob Hinkle President & CEO, Metrus Energy Adam Procell Chief Strategy Officer, Willdan Representative Peter Welch U.S. House of Representatives Rick Thigpen Senior Vice President – Corporate Citizenshi...
"On public transit... Republicans are proposing not merely less than President Joe Biden wants; Republicans are actually proposing to cut public #transit funding to levels below the existing baseline."
The GOP's lowball proposal is even smaller than it first appears once you consider how the accounting is rigged.
Latest #PassengerTransport includes President Joe Biden touring S.C. Proterra Inc. plant, calling for increase in electric bus production; Republicans offering a counter to Biden's #AmericanJobsPlan #Infrastructure act; the House passing a bill to improve #transit security grants, and more.
#Publictransit can be a solution in meeting these challenges. Communities that invest in public transit reduce the nation’s carbon emissions by 63 million metric tons annually—the equivalent of taking 16 coal power plants offline for a year. #InvestInTransit
Statement from APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas in response to the Republican infrastructure proposal: “This proposal cuts transit funding by $4 billion and is a major step backward for communities that want to rebuild their economy and reimagine their future. I urge the President and Congressional leaders to take this historic opportunity to focus on forward-looking investment that modernizes public transit systems and meets the growing mobility demands of communities large and small.”
President Biden is pledging to slash U.S. greenhouse gas emissions at least in half by the end of the decade - #PublicTransit can be a solution that allows this country to meet those goals. Investing in public transit is an investment toward cleaner air - a typical trip on public transit emits 55 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions than driving alone. #InvestInTransit #EarthDay2021
Join us for the May 18-19, virtual APTA Legislative Conference & Fly-In, and hear from two of the top Congressional leaders overseeing the future of public transportation, Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee Chair U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown and House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Chair Representative Peter DeFazio https://conta.cc/3sEZM2G
Join us for the May 18-19, virtual APTA Legislative Conference & Fly-In, and hear from two of the top Congressional leaders overseeing the future of public transportation, Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee Chair U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown and House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Chair Representative Peter DeFazio https://conta.cc/3sEZM2G
This morning, we've been talking about initiatives to help recover #transit ridership lost to #COVID19, with Toronto Transit Commission Chief Strategy & Customer Officer Kathleen Llewellyn-Thomas; APTA Chair/ Metro IL Quad Cities General Manager Jeff Nelson; and APTA Marketing and Communications Committee Chair/ Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District Chief of Staff Amy Snyder.
Learn more > https://www.apta.com/conferences-events/2021-international-study-mission-virtual-event/
APTA is pleased to present this 2021 virtual study mission to Canada with CUTA - ACTU and day-two sponsor Clever Devices.
This morning, we've been talking about initiatives to help recover #transit ridership lost to #COVID19, with Toronto Transit Commission Chief Strategy & Customer Officer Kathleen Llewellyn-Thomas; APTA Chair/ Metro IL Quad Cities General Manager Jeff Nelson; and APTA Marketing and Communications Committee Chair/ Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District Chief of Staff Amy Snyder.
Learn more > https://www.apta.com/conferences-events/2021-international-study-mission-virtual-event/
APTA is pleased to present this 2021 virtual study mission to Canada with CUTA - ACTU and day-two sponsor Clever Devices.
Thank you President Joe Biden for visiting with APTA members as the public #transit industry advances transportation equity for all Americans and fights global climate change.
Public transit agencies and businesses (like Proterra Inc.) are investing in green transportation infrastructure because (1) a typical public transit trip emits 55 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions than driving or ride-hailing alone; and (2) an electric bus emits 62 percent fewer emissions than an average diesel bus.
Source: Transportation Research Board #TCRP Report 226- A 2021 Update on Public Transportation's Impacts on Greenhouse Gas Emissions https://www.nap.edu/catalog/26103/an-update-on-public-transportations-impacts-on-greenhouse-gas-emissions
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APTA is pleased to announce the new Health & Safety Commitments Program, with more than 100 public transit agencies already pledging to participate. Learn more > https://conta.cc/3k3pgTq
APTA members are #HeroesMovingHeroes during the coronavirus pandemic. APTA staff are proud to serve you and the entire public #transit industry during these challenging times. We are here for you!
See May 21 highlights of #SoundTheHorn events from coast to coast, thanking public transit employees who continue to provide essential trips during the COVID19 pandemic. #HeroesMovingHeroes
Thank you to the public transportation workers continuing to provide essential trips during the coronavirus pandemic. #HeroesMovingHeroes
See news stations report on public transit systems serving essential workers who are fighting the #coronavirus.
The public transit industry continues to provide safe, essential transportation during the coronavirus pandemic. APTA CEO Paul Skoutelas provides new information on March 30.
APTA stands with its members in these challenging times. Please watch this video message from APTA President and CEO Paul Skoutelas.
Every trip taken on public transportation meets a need or provides an opportunity — getting people to school, work or healthcare options. Learn more about how public transportation is #MovingAmericaForward
See why more than 1,600 transit professionals have already registered for APTA's 2019 TRANSform Conference in New York City, October 13-16. Attend for the unparralled networking, more than 35 educational sessions, six workshops, a longer Products & Services Showcase, committee meetings, and 11 technical tours, provided by our local hosts, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and NYC DOT. Learn more at http://bit.ly/APTAtransform19
New APTA study highlights critical need for expansion of public transit services to support late-shift workers > http://bit.ly/LateShiftReport
Have you seen the latest Netflix episode of Patriot Act? Hasan Minhaj breaks down the incredible economic benefits of public transportation, including APTA's research showing every billion dollars spent on public transit creates more than 21,000 jobs. That's more than highways, water, energy, or defense.
America’s transportation infrastructure is critical to continued economic growth President Donald J. Trump House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Senator Chuck Schumer -- #FixTheTrustFund #InfrastructureNow #Transit @Americans for Transportation Mobility Coalition
APTA staff are happy to join with the public transportation industry to highlight the many ways public transit provides economic, social, cultural, environmental, and safety benefits for all Americans. Get on Board > https://getonboardday.org/
APTA, American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), and Rasmussen Reports released a poll today that found a strong partisan divide on border wall funding, but strong bipartisan support for a broad infrastructure initiative in 2019 > http://bit.ly/APTA-ARTBA-Poll
Want to learn about boosting student ridership? TCRP Synthesis 131 is all about the benefits of college student transit pass programs, and how the best ones work. Find the full report here > http://www.trb.org/TCRP/Blurbs/177362.aspx Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Transportation Research Board
Daymond John, Founder/CEO of FUBU and Star of ABC Television Network's Shark Tank, invites you to APTA's Annual Meeting in Nashville, September 23-26. Learn more > http://bit.ly/APTAannual
Watch a preview of APTA's Future of Mobility Summit with the forum's all-day moderator, David Zipper, Fellow - Urban and Regional Policy at the The German Marshall Fund of the United States. David discusses how the shifting mobility landscape is transforming the way that people move.
The survey results are in, and 87% of attendees rated APTA's 2018 Bus & Paratransit Conference as "excellent" or "very good"! WATCH the wrap-up video to see a few experiences from the 1,800 transit industry professionals and 130 vendors in Tampa.
“In late March, Congress appropriated $13.5 billion for public transit – that’s the largest annual amount of federal transit funding since 1981,” says APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas. #TransitFundingTuesday
“We want to see a bipartisan package that will enhance our transportation network, and specifically public transportation. The Administration proposal to move dollars away from public transit is foolhardy,” says APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas. #TransitFundingTuesday
Public transportation’s value is being recognized by suburban and downtown Atlanta, with residents voting to tax themselves to improve and expand service. Major companies are now inviting public transit to the decision table, and that has gotten the attention of the Georgia legislature, which is looking at supporting MARTA for the first time. The federal government also needs to do more for American infrastructure to keep citizens mobile and the economy growing. Hear more of the story from MARTA Chairman Robert L. Ashe III. #TransitFundingTuesday
“Private industry supports public transit agencies as hand-in-hand partners… APTA business members spend a lot of time doing advocacy work on the Hill to generate awareness of the needs of public transportation,” says Jeff Wharton, Chair of the APTA Business Member Board of Governors #TransitFundingTuesday
“Now you have reliability that approaches 100% in anything you want to do, and you can do it with a [smart phone]. Public transportation needs to use technology to provide that same level of service and reliability. The challenge is funding,” said APTA Chair and Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) CEO Nat Ford. “Our main mission is advocacy for public transit, to bring additional capital funding to support critical services for our communities.” #TransitFundingTuesday
“Despite public transit success stories, we still have a big hill to climb… we are more than $100 billion dollars short in maintaining a state of good repair,” said APTA Acting CEO Richard A. White. “Of all the infrastructure categories that The American Society of Civil Engineers tracks, transit is the lowest, D-. It is not because we aren’t trying hard, it is because transit is under-invested.” #TransitFundingTuesday
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