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November 21, 2024 | An APTA Publication
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Browse a selection of stories below:
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COMMENTARY
FTA Supports Industry with Implementation of New General Directive to Protect Workers from Assaults
The Biden-Harris Administration has been focused on protecting America’s transit workers. No one should have to go to work worried they won’t come home or that they will get hurt at work. With that in mind, FTA recently published General Directive 24-1: Required Actions Regarding Assaults on Transit Workers. Through this directive, FTA is calling upon the nation’s largest transit agencies to take concrete steps to protect critical frontline workers who have endured verbal and physical attacks far too often. This is FTA’s first general directive, and it requires more than 700 agencies nationwide to take action to protect frontline transit workers by December 26, 2024. Continued...
BY VERONICA VANTERPOOL
Deputy Administrator
FTA
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FEATURES
VTA Boosts Communities Through TOC Program
More than a dozen community-based organizations and agencies throughout Santa Clara County received funding from the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), San Jose, CA, through the agency’s program to enhance transit-oriented communities. Projects funded received $15,000-175,000 to advance the creation of vibrant, equitable, and sustainable public spaces, housing, and commercial development near public transit stations. Continued...
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PEOPLE ON THE MOVE
Cincinnati Metro’s Darryl Haley honored with NAACP Game Changer Award.
Denver RTD names acting co-chiefs, transit police, emergency management.
Rachel Bernhard promoted to HDR director, value engineering, risk management.
UZURV President Ned Freeman is confirmed as CEO.
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APTA's International Bus Roadeo Open for Registration!
APTA's International Bus Roadeo, April 4-8 in Austin, TX, is open for registration. Held during the Mobility Conference (April 6-9), the Roadeo is a unique opportunity for drivers and maintenance teams to network with other public transit agency professionals and engage in a competition of driving skills and maintenance disciplines. Learn more and register.
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Calendar of APTA Events
Dec. 3, 2:00 p.m. Eastern
Explore how public transit leaders can strategically harness Generative AI for operational improvements and enhanced passenger experience.
APTA Winter Legislative Committee Meeting
Dec. 5, Washington, DC.
All APTA members are welcome to attend this FREE event (please register). After, attend the Capitol Hill Holiday Reception with colleagues, Members of Congress, and congressional staff.
A thought-provoking seminar with special tracks for both transit risk management professionals and transit safety professionals.
Transit Ballot Initiatives Workshop
Dec. 9-11, Cincinnati, OH
The workshop will explore the messages, strategies, and tactics that make the difference in transit referenda as well as state and local legislative initiatives.
Dec. 12, 2:00 p.m. Eastern
APTA President and CEO Paul P. Skoutelas and VP of Government Affairs and Advocacy Ward McCarragher give an overview of the election results and the impact on public transportation.
Jan. 28-31, Palm Springs, CA
Help shape APTA’s private-sector agenda. A unique opportunity for ALL APTA business members to discuss critical trends and issues and network with industry leaders.
Feb. 23-26, Long Beach, CA
This event focuses on all aspects of public transportation marketing and communications, including customer experience, advertising, social media, ridership initiatives, and more.
March 16-18, Phoenix, AZ
Explore the latest in regulatory/legislative developments, industry-related litigation, and other legal issues affecting the public transit industry. Many sessions offer legal CE credits.
April 6-9, Austin, TX
The conference will address the critical priorities and challenges facing bus and paratransit systems and explore the changing environment in which systems operate. Roadeo is April 4-8.
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