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Houston transit authority unveils ‘METRONow’ initiative focused on cleanliness, safety and ridership
The regional transit authority’s flagship initiative has changed from “METRONext” to “METRONow.” According to observers, it’s mostly a rebrand of existing priorities.
METRO unveils regional mobility plan focused on customer safety, transit reliability
METRO Board Chair Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock addressed the transportation agency’s shift in strategy during the news conference. “We are calling this set of initiatives METRONow because before we develop anything else, we are going to take care of some crucial issues, fundamental issues, now,” Brock said.
Transit agency announces MetroNow initiatives to boost ridership, improve experience
At a launch event for Metro’s new direction on Monday, agency leaders discussed safety, cleanliness, reliability and accessibility.
Mayor Whitmire, Metro leaders unveil plan to tackle crime, boost Houston transit ridership
Houston officials formally announced a new initiative Monday aimed at improving safety, cleanliness, and ridership for the city's public transportation system. The initiative, called MetroNow, comes as officials say public confidence in Houston’s public transportation is low.
'METRONow' initiative aims to boost ridership on Houston buses, light rail
The mayor and METRO transit leaders spoke about the plan to increase users, safety and more. They hope to improve Houston's public transit.
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Houston Metro to launch METRONow plan aimed at improving transit experience
The multifaceted plan provides a roadmap for ridership growth, financial sustainability and the establishment of key ...
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After failed Harris County judge run, Alex Mealer wins METRO board position
Former Republican Harris County Judge candidate Alexandra del Moral Mealer was appointed this week to serve on the ...
First time on Houston’s MetroRail? Here’s what you need to know about fares, stops and schedules
All MetroRail trains have audio and visual announcements inside and outside the rail cars to indicate the next arrival. The ...
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METRO Expands Regional Mobility with New Missouri City Park & Ride
the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) remains committed to delivering safe, clean, reliable, and accessible transportation options. METRO’s diverse network includes ...
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NY county sick of being ‘MTA’s ATM’ with little service in return — and wants out of transit agency: pols
New York’s Orange County has had enough of being used as an ATM for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority and now officials want to drop the flailing transit agency. The Hudson Valley ...
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After losing drainage appeal, Houston will offset $100 million hit with Metro cash
Houston officials plan to offset a $100 million hit to the city’s budget in a recent legal ruling by using cash from the Metropolitan Transit Authority to spend more money on streets and ...