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    Oklahoma City, OK 73109

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    300 SW 7th Street
    Oklahoma City, OK 73109
    United States
    http://embarkok.com/
    405.297.1331

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    Embark
    Embark 11518831

    Embark provides bus, ferry transit and downtown parking solutions in the Oklahoma City metro area.

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    EMBARK
    Infrastructure

    EMBARK, FTA, city of Oklahoma City cut ribbon on RAPID BRT service

    Dec. 5, 2023
    The first RAPID line has 32 platform stops, stretches 9.5 miles each way and integrates into the more extensive EMBARK transit network.
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    Infrastructure

    COTPA Board of Trustees approves EMBARK service changes and implementation of city’s first BRT service

    May 8, 2023
    EMBARK’s new RAPID BRT system will transport thousands of residents and employees to major destinations when it opens in the fall of 2023.
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    The Oklahoma City Streetcar provided its 1 millionth ride the weekend of Sept. 17, 2022.
    Rail

    OKC Streetcar reaches one million rides

    Sept. 20, 2022
    The streetcar opened for service in December 2018.
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    Management

    EMBARK releases 2021 customer satisfaction findings

    July 21, 2022
    More than 1,400 responses were compiled among Oklahoma City and Norman bus and OKC Streetcar customers to yield findings in rider frequency of use, satisfaction, preferences and...
    Safety & Security

    Three EMBARK employees credited with preventing human trafficking situation in Oklahoma City

    Jan. 27, 2022
    As part of the fight against human trafficking, EMBARK has TSA-led training programs for new employees and ongoing training from Buses on the Lookout.
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    EMBARK reveals branding for upcoming bus rapid transit system

    Nov. 9, 2021
    The first line is expected to begin service in late 2023.
    Safety & Security

    EMBARK offers free rides through available senior transit services

    Aug. 19, 2021
    The new program offers seniors who are victims of crime transportation to manage cases with the OKC Police Department.
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    Fuel Systems & Fueling Equipment

    EMBARK opens first CNG fueling facility, unveils first electric bus

    April 26, 2021
    The electric bus purchase was made possible through a grant from the FTA’s Low- or No-Emission Grant Program awarded in 2017 and 2020.
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    Management

    EMBARK deepens leadership bench

    Jan. 15, 2021
    Jesse Rush and Suzanne Wickenkamp have been named assistant directors.
    City of Norman
    The new Municipal Maintenance Complex will house maintenance for the cities safety and public transportation fleets.
    Facilities

    Norman, Oklahoma, breaks ground on Municipal Maintenance Complex

    City of Norman, Oklahoma
    Nov. 5, 2020
    The complex will house an 18,635-square-foot Transit and Fire Maintenance Facility where the city’s public transportation vehicles will be maintained.

    Articles & News

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    From left to right: Oklahoma City Councilperson James Cooper, Trustee Bernard Semtner III, Mayor David Holt, FTA Administrator Gail Lyssy, Assistant City Manager and EMBARK Administrator Jason Ferbrache.
    Infrastructure

    Oklahoma City region’s first BRT project breaks ground

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    June 29, 2022
    Officials with EMBARK, FTA and the city held a ceremony for the first RAPID BRT project that is expected to enter service in fall 2023.
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    The May 26 event was the first chance the public would see and walk around one of the vehicles that will serve on EMBARK's first BRT route.
    Vehicles

    EMBARK and OKC officials introduce RAPID BRT vehicle design

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    May 27, 2022
    The RAPID brand was known, but how that brand would translate into visuals on a vehicle on display for the first time at the Oklahoma City Convention Center.
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    Riders board an EMBARK bus in June 2021. [photo credit: EMBARK]
    Management

    Climb Ride pairs mobility and social service for Oklahoma City child welfare system

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    May 9, 2022
    The four-year pilot program was designed to be a scalable solution for other transit systems to learn from.
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    The MAPS 4 initiative includes $10 million for transit shelter improvements.
    Management

    OKC City Council approves MAPS 4 Implementation Plan

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Sept. 16, 2021
    The voter-approved program will raise funds for a diverse set of projects including transit enhancements.
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    EMBARK has worked to deliver a lot of mobility 'firsts' to Oklahoma City including the Oklahoma Streetcar, which opened in 2018.
    Management

    EMBARK-ing Toward Better Mobility

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Aug. 17, 2021
    A long-term strategic plan, dedicated voter-approved funding, deep municipal partnerships and strong support of the community is helping Oklahoma City’s EMBARK become the region...
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    40 Under 40

    2020 40 Under 40: Jesse Rush

    Aug. 18, 2020
    Jesse Rush, OKC Streetcar Manager, Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) dba as EMBARK
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    A ribbon-cutting ceremony is the first of several celebrations marking the return of streetcars to Oklahoma City.
    Infrastructure

    OKC Streetcar opens for business

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Dec. 17, 2018
    Generations after they disappeared from the streets of Oklahoma City, streetcars make their triumphant return.

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    EMBARK and Tyler Outdoor celebrated the installation of Oklahoma City's 100th new bus shelter. The city has seen 100 new shelters within the past year.
    Shelters, Benches and Equipment

    EMBARK, Tyler Outdoor celebrate Oklahoma City's 100th new bus shelter

    July 7, 2020
    The shelters were installed over the past year and bring a renewed sense of security and accessibility to transit riders.
    Rail

    Embark Selects Streetcar Operator

    June 6, 2017
    Embark’s Board of Trustees awarded a contract Friday with Herzog Transit Services Inc. for the start-up, operation and maintenance of the seven-vehicle Oklahoma City Streetcar...
    Home

    Embark Offers Free Bus & Spokies Rides for Earth Day

    April 20, 2017
    Embark is making SmartMoves by adding compressed natural gas buses to the fleet and encouraging the public to take steps to reduce emissions.
    Water Transportation

    Oklahoma River Cruises Kicks Off Its 10th Season 2017 Expected to Continue Ridership Growth

    April 11, 2017
    2017 marks the 10th season of ferry service on the Oklahoma River. Starting with just two landings and now serving four, Oklahoma River Cruises services have expanded and so have...
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    Embark Launches New Spokies Bikes & Stations

    Aug. 22, 2016
    Embark launched major upgrades to the Spokies bike share system last week, by adding 50 new Trek bikes to the fleet and joining the national BCycle network.
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    Embark Wins National Award from APTA

    Aug. 19, 2016
    With numerous improvements over the past several years, Embark was just named the “North America’s Outstanding Public Transportation System” by the American Public Transportation...
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    Oklahoma City and its project restoring the historic Santa Fe depot, is one of nine communities selected to receive TOD technical assistance from the Federal Transit Administration and Smart Growth America.
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    Public Input Sought On Planning Land-Use Near Embark Transit Stations

    Aug. 4, 2016
    Embark is receiving technical assistance from national non-profit Smart Growth America (SGA) to help plan more user-friendly, connected transit stations where people live and ...
    Rail

    Modern Streetcar Brand Strategy Revealed Strong Colors Signify City’s Energy and Bold Optimism

    Aug. 1, 2016
    Embark has unveiled Bermuda Green, Clear Sky Blue and Redbud as the colors for the brand identity of the MAPS 3’s Oklahoma City Streetcar.
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    The streetcars are being built in the United States by Brookville Equipment Corp. of Pennsylvania.
    Rail

    OKC Streetcar Brand Strategy Revealed

    July 28, 2016
    Embark unveiled Bermuda Green, Clear Sky Blue and Redbud as the colors for the brand identity of the MAPS 3’s Oklahoma City Streetcar (OKC Streetcar).