Creating beauty from tragedy: RTD rehabs US 36•McCaslin Station Park-n-Ride after Marshall Fire | | |
More than three years after the Marshall Fire devastated parts of Boulder County, RTD’s US 36•McCaslin Boulevard Station Park-n-Ride has been restored, not just to its original condition, but with renewed focus on resilience and climate-conscious design.
The fire, which began on Dec. 30, 2021, spread rapidly due to extreme winds, causing it to jump highways and cut through residential areas. Though there was no major structural damage to the Park-n-Ride itself, the landscape was severely impacted. Trees and shrubs were scorched, sprinkler heads melted and the irrigation system was rendered unusable.
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RTD’s planned overhead wire maintenance work will affect H and R line service Tuesday, July 15, through Thursday, July 17. Bus shuttles will provide connections for customers along the I-225 corridor between Florida and Southmoor stations.
During the three-day period, maintenance crews will replace sections of overhead wire at Nine Mile Station. Regular light rail service on the H and R lines will resume on Friday, July 18.
| | April security metrics are now available for review | RTD has launched a Security-Related Metrics webpage as part of its continued commitment to enhancing customer and employee safety and transparency. In April, 3,077 security-related calls for service were logged across 5.5 million boardings – the equivalent of one report for every 1,800 boardings. Year-over-year security-related calls dropped by 28%, while customer reports of illicit drug activity declined by nearly 73%. | | Every day across the Denver metro area, RTD employees are making lives better through connections. The agency is proud to spotlight our exceptional workforce who go above and beyond in their roles and embody RTD’s core values. Join us in celebrating colleagues who personify the values of passion, respect, diversity, trustworthiness, collaboration and ownership. | | Street supervisor assists customers during closure of Union Station | |
On July 14, a friend and I were at the Union Station around 3-4 p.m. when it got shut down due to the "No Kings" protest and we didn't have transportation to get out of town. Your Street Supervisor Ernest Garcia was kind enough to get a bus sent for us and get us out of downtown. I just want to express my gratitude for this gentleman going beyond the call of duty to help us with our dilemma.
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| | FlexRide operator exhibits punctuality while serving customers | |
I am calling because I would like to give kudos to my FlexRide driver June 28. Her name was Ann Florez. My pickup window was 10-10:10 a.m. and she was on time. She was very nice! She is the best driver! She also kept the temperature just right on the bus.
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| | Welcome to RTD's newest employees! | Twenty-eight employees joined the agency at Monday’s orientation. Welcome aboard to all our new colleagues. We are glad you are here! | | |
5 years
Adane Ababu
Bus Operator
Vincent Gappa
Bus Operator
Hunter Molnar
Traction Power Maintainer, Commuter Rail
Ariel Klotz
Parts Clerk
Kenneth Hixenbaugh
Manager, Rail Maintenance of Way
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10 years
Michael Baldini
Bus Operator
Samuel Fantaye
Bus Operator
Elbert Sheets
Service Worker
Yosef Zeleke
Bus Operator
15 years
Orville Cummings
Track Maintainer
Clarence Pauls
Facilities Maintenance Supervisor
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20 years
Maria Ayala
Service Person
William Sirois
Senior Manager, Transit Oriented Communities
Renee Jaramillo
Maintenance/Sign Out Clerk
Adam Shumaker
Project Technician
Gary Welch
Rail Equipment Engineer/Supervisor
25 years
Lex Nast
Reproduction Clerk
Temesgen Sheferaw
Bus Operator
Pietro Palazzolo
Electro Mechanic LRV
Aaron Hayes
Landscaper, General
| | Bus Transportation is proud to recognize Platte Division operator Tony Henry as the best-dressed bus operator of the week! Look good, feel great, drive well, and Tony is the embodiment of that. Thanks, Tony, for keeping true to the dress code! | | |
Join Physical Therapist Momoko Cordova at Facts-n-Snacks next week as she shares science-backed tips and advice on how to be healthier and happier in the workplace.
Dates and times are below. Invitations to the sessions will be sent out this week via email.
- Session 1 (virtual): 11:30 a.m. July 15
- Session 2 (in-person, Blake Conference Room A): noon July 16
- Session 3 (virtual): 2 p.m. July 17
Need assistance with the session invites or have questions about Facts-n-Snacks? Contact Senior Specialist of Public Relations Austin Nettleton (austin.nettleton@rtd-denver.com).
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| SBO Office launches training for small, local firms | | |
The Civil Rights Division's Small Business Opportunity Office (SBO) has successfully launched a new set of trainings dedicated to educate and support small and local firms. On June 26, participants from 35 firms attended the first of these training sessions, time dedicated to learn best practices to develop a successful bid or proposal.
RTD project managers, directors and key staff from Contracting and Procurement, Capital Programs and the SBO Office led sessions around topics related to reviewing instructions, technical aspects, pricing, required experience, budget plans, equipment and compliance aspects, to better prepare participants when putting together required documents responding to bids and proposals.
Participants met at RTD headquarters and counted on the expertise and direction of Kim Neyrinck, Ron Posey, Kevin Diviness, Brenda Leo, Ron Bibeau and Alexis Serrano. RTD has continually proven its efforts in fostering the participation of small and local usinesses in agency projects or contract solicitations.
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Join RTD for an event celebrating the 35th anniversary of the ADA | |
RTD’s Civil Rights Division is proud to host a special event commemorating the 35th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Attendees will enjoy a day of education, advocacy, panel discussions and a look into the future of the ADA.
The event will take place 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Aug. 1 at Homewood Suites by Hilton, 550 15th St., Denver. Employees are welcome to attend and must RSVP by July 25. Click here to learn more about the event, and click below to register.
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Latest arch installation highlights progress on East Colfax BRT | RTD, the City and County of Denver and project partners continue to advance the East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project, with active construction on segments 1-3 now underway between Broadway and Fairfax Street. A key milestone will be reached this month as crews shift operations to the north side of Colfax, marking the start of phase 2 for segment 1 (Broadway to Williams Street). |
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Through July 26: Donate school supplies for children in need | | | | |
Through RTD Gives, the agency is collecting school supplies in partnership with Broomfield nonprofit A Precious Child to support local students who need a helping hand.
Here’s why donations make a difference:
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In RTD’s eight-county service area, more than 300,000 children are living in need, facing barriers that make it harder for them to succeed
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Having basic school supplies increases classroom participation, confidence and attendance
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A Precious Child distributed more than 12,000 backpacks last year
Join the effort and help make a difference in students’ lives this school year. Collection bins are located at each RTD facility location and sales outlet, and items will be collected through Saturday, July 26.
For more information, visit the Hub or contact Youth Engagement Specialist Taylor Curtis (taylor.curtis@rtd-denver.com).
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Reminder: Dialogue with Debra is next Thursday, July 17 | |
Join General Manager and CEO Debra A. Johnson and members of the Leadership Team at 10 a.m. July 17 on the maintenance floor at Elati. Employees from this division are invited to attend the hourlong session in person.
To ensure questions can be fully addressed during the event, employees are invited to submit them by July 15 by filling out the form linked below. Questions can also be asked in person during the Q&A period. For a Zoom link and more information, visit the Dialogue with Debra page on the Hub.
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Reminder: Volunteer actors needed for July 26 emergency exercise | Volunteers are still needed to participate as actors for an emergency exercise on the R Line later this month. Register by July 18 to participate. Click the link below to register. Please direct questions to Emergency Management Manager Diana Rawles (diana.rawles@rtd-denver.com). |
| RTD has a number of solicitations currently underway at the agency or planned for the near future. To view and download current solicitations, see upcoming opportunities, and review pending and awarded contracts, follow the links below. | | | | Debra's Quote of the Week | |
“Accessibility allows us to tap into everyone’s potential.”
– Debra Ruh
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