Sentences with phrase «improved public transit»

The update brings real - time traffic updates, improved public transit schedules, and more.

«There is much unfinished business with water quality issues, improved public transit for the South Fork, the renaissance of the Southampton campus, and advocacy for the commercial fishing industry, among the many issues that will continue to be my priorities.»

As a result, families planning a visit to the Art Institute or Montrose Beach this summer have no new or improved public transit options to make the trip and will be forced to pay the increased parking fees, or even worse for the city's commerce, to stay home.

Improved public transit infrastructure could make additional affordable options more accessible.

The four proposed new levies would bring in the $ 2 billion a year needed to fund over 400 kilometres of new and improved public transit, Metrolinx said.

Government has failed to improve public transit and other infrastructure quickly enough, so much that it can take a half - hour to squeeze through the bottleneck exits of some industrial parks at rush hour.

A central part of the federal government's infrastructure plan involves expanding and improving public transit, through their newly established Public Transit Infrastructure Fund.

Cities across the world, like London and Stockholm, have adopted systems that have succeeded in reducing traffic and improving public transit.

If it is purely for transportation, then look at alternatives, e.g. moving points A and B (say residence and work) closer together, improve public transit systems, use bicycles, walk.

With the goal of improving public transit in the city, Buenos Aires could have its first bus rapid transit system, also referred to as «Metrobus», in May 2009.

«A robust and sustainable bike share network will allow us to reap the benefits of bike share, including reducing traffic, improving public transit, and stimulating the local economy,» said Supervisor Wiener.

Like many cities that are trying to ban cars — or at least some cars, some of the time — Paris also needs to improve public transit options for those who are leaving their cars behind.

Not exact matches

There's room to improve on factors like upkeep of public transit and access to services.

Not only does this transformation signal an opportunity for digital - only Avigilon to grab market share, it also opens the door to using the humble video camera in novel ways that have nothing to do with security — like improving how crowds flow through stores or helping public transit operators keep track of their rolling stock.

The state would also need to commit to major transit improvements as part of its proposal for Port Covington, both because easy access to public transit is on Amazon's wish list and because adding 50,000 jobs without improved transit could be a recipe for gridlock.

They argue that scooters aren't actually improving deficiencies in public transit, but rather making it easier for men in Patagonia vests to get from their meeting at Blue Bottle Coffee to their meeting at Peet's Coffee

• Creating cleaner transportation options — by investing in public transit infrastructure, improving our fuel efficiency and transitioning to low - carbon options like electric vehicles;

Despite the fact that the city's meter lease brought in $ 1.16 billion, and the Park District's new fees may bring in as much as $ 1.5 million a year, none of this money has been committed to increasing and improving the city's public transit.

Introduction of Public - Private Partnerships to Improve Mass Transit In October 2014, New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli released a report based on a NYC Transit survey that found that approximately 90 percent of New York subway stations had structural defects, yet ridership grows by more than 30 million rides each year.

Invest in Public Transportation: The state should invest billions to improve and expand the mass transit system statewide alongside requiring all vehicles to be carbon free within 15 years.

«The idea is to improve public service by helping to ensure that transit riders have access to the safest, most reliable and most efficient modes of transportation possible.

Hawkins will also speak on the need to end wasteful, corrupt «corporate welfare» and instead devote investment toward an aggressive «Green New Deal» of public works, such as improving mass transit and achieving 100 % clean and renewable energy in 15 years.

The Queens Public Transit Committee is a small but energetic group focused on improving transportation options in Queens, with a focus on South Queens.

Malliotakis said the statue should remain, adding that the commission was a waste of time and that the city should prioritize deteriorating transit conditions and improving public education standards.

«Hundreds of residents from the Jamaica neighborhood told us what's needed to capitalize on the area's incredible potential, and will work with our elected, community, and private partners to make sure the community becomes home to vibrant commercial corridors, inviting public spaces, improved transit networks, and a diverse economy that provides quality jobs for local residents.»

To improve mobility and traffic patterns, the project will include: · Improved access to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets · Replacing the Route 32 bridge over Route 17, which will include standard Interstate height clearance over Route 17 · Reconstruction and expansion of Park and Ride facilities which will include a bus stop and solar - powered bus station to promote public transit · Reconfiguring the Route 17, Exit 131 eastbound ramp leading to the Thruway · A new interconnected and adaptive traffic signal system along Route 32 to minimize delays and enhance access to local businesses and schools · Intelligent Transportation Systems to adapt to changing traffic conditions and optimize signal responses

$ 26 billion for New York City public transit system, replacing 3,100 buses and 1,400 subway cars, improve 30 subway stations.

Transportation and environmental advocates hail the idea for both encouraging drivers to take public transportation and also providing the funding to improve mass transit.

On transit, he said the next mayor must start a public conversation about how to improve the current funding scheme for the cash - strapped Metropolitan Transportation Authority, which he ran for a little less than a year before stepping down to campaign for mayor.

In addition, the agency has been caught in the middle of a public feud between Mayor Bill de Blasio and Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo over how New York City Transit should be funded and improved.

Sheppard says he's already in talks with the Regional Greater Rochester Transit Authority about security and safety at the upcoming transit center as part of an overall effort to maintain and improve public safety in the downtowTransit Authority about security and safety at the upcoming transit center as part of an overall effort to maintain and improve public safety in the downtowtransit center as part of an overall effort to maintain and improve public safety in the downtown area.

Hawkins was also slated to speak on ending «corporate welfare» and promoting a «Green New Deal» of public works to include improving mass transit and achieving 100 percent clean and renewable energy in 15 years.

The two men held a press conference to draw attention to the proposed measure Friday at the County Center bus stop in Riverside, where they were joined by Riverhead Supervisor Sean Walter; Southold Supervisor Scott Russell; Tom Neely, Southampton Town transportation director; and Vince Taldone of Five Town Rural Transit, a group that has worked to improve public transportation on the East End.

With the Project, the IH 35W corridor will become a «Smart Corridor», using active traffic management technology to dynamically control traffic based on real - time roadway conditions, to provide information to the traveling public, to improve transit travel times, and allow transportation and law enforcement officials to better detect and respond to incidents in a timely manner.

Further, the FAST Act mandated changes to both credit programs, including new project eligibilities such as transit - oriented development (TOD), that is, development to improve or construct public infrastructure that is located in proximity to transit facilities.

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) Federal Transit Administration (FTA) today announced an opportunity https://www.transit.dot.gov/funding/applying/notices-funding/safety-research-and-demonstration-srd-program to apply for $ 7 million in federal funding for projects that demonstrate innovative approaches to improve safety for public transportation workers and passengers.

This week, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced the reopening of a public comment period for a proposed new rule that would improve coordination of multi-modal transportation planning by metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs) serving urban areas throughout the nation.

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced $ 36.5 million in federal funding for Massachusetts to replace aging buses and transit facilities that will improve service for thousands of people who take public transit every day.

Once completed, the new project will improve a deteriorating network of state and local roads, enhance access to public transit, and create more mobility for bicyclists and pedestrians.

River Cities Public Transit also received a total of $ 369,300 through FTA's Veterans Transportation and Community Living Initiative to improve transit scheduling and outreach to transit - dependent veTransit also received a total of $ 369,300 through FTA's Veterans Transportation and Community Living Initiative to improve transit scheduling and outreach to transit - dependent vetransit scheduling and outreach to transit - dependent vetransit - dependent veterans.

BALTIMORE — U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced $ 45 million in federal funding for Maryland to replace aging buses and transit facilities that will improve service for thousands of people who take public transit every day.

The improved River Cities Transit Facility supports public transportation service within a 100 - mile radius for people living in 11 counties in central South Dakota, including seniors, people with disabilities, veterans and the Cheyenne River Sioux and Lower Brule Sioux tribes.

«This kind of smart transportation planning creates jobs, accommodates all road users — cars, transit, bicycles and pedestrians — and improves public safety.»

U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced $ 15 million to help American Indian and Alaska Native tribal governments invest in public transit to help improve access to employment centers and promote economic development on tribal lands.

Would more efficient public transit and increased telecommuting lead to «impoverishment», or rather saved money, improved health, and more time to spend with family and friends?

«Having banks that have focused principally on building massive new roads focusing more on public transit, safer walking and bicycling, pollution reduction and improved freight systems is a huge breakthrough.»

The city hosting Rio +20, the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 Olympics is relying on public bikes to improve its transit, defying aggressive motorists.

It's about realizing people rely on cars because they don't have easy, affordable access to public transit and petitioning your local government to allocate more money towards improving routes.

By rewarding low - pollution vehicles and encouraging cycling and transit use, Taipei reduced pollution emissions and improved air quality and public health.

Beyond a tax on carbon, it includes an array of proposals from banning certain drilling and mining practices to improving the national public transit system.