WMATA-Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Washington, DC 20001

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Washington, DC 20001
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Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
More than 1,200 five-foot-tall gates and taller fences have been installed across all stations. The project began in July 2023.
Safety & Security

WMATA completes installation of new faregates at all 98 Metrorail stations to strengthen security throughout its system

Sept. 20, 2024
The agency has seen an 82 percent drop in fare evasion in the Metrorail system.
WMATA
WMATA Board of Directors approves new Metrobus service for improved accessibility.
Bus

WMATA Board of Directors approves new Metrobus service for improved accessibility

Sept. 16, 2024
The service adjustments aim to provide continuity, convenience and equity for those who rely on the Circulator for transportation.
WMATA
WMATA to reopen four Red Line stations Sept. 1.
Infrastructure

WMATA to reopen four Red Line stations Sept. 1

Aug. 27, 2024
The four Red Line stations had been closed due to now completed rehabilitation work being done on the Purple Line mezzanine as part of the Maryland Transit Administration's Purple...
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A WMATA Metrobus.
Infrastructure

MDOT, Montgomery County Department of Transportation, WMATA to extend bus lane pilot through 2024

Aug. 26, 2024
The bus-only lanes along Georgia Avenue and Colesville Road were installed this summer to help move shuttle bus customers along faster during the Red Line construction work.
WMATA
Vehicles

WMATA operating auto doors on all Metrorail lines

July 9, 2024
WMATA previously launched auto doors on the Red Line December 2023 and will now roll out the feature on all Metrorail lines.
WMATA
Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

WMATA opening Takoma Metrorail Station two days ahead of schedule

June 27, 2024
Crews successfully rebuilt an interlocking and upgraded the station’s signage, paint and sidewalks.
WMATA
Management

New WMATA research shows importance of public transit to Washington, D.C., area

June 12, 2024
The research reveals that without transit, the region would lose more than $9 billion worth of economic activity and business output due to heavy traffic congestion, lack of access...
WMATA
Shelters, Stations, Fixtures, Parking & Lighting

WMATA awarded $17 million in state funding to improve Capital Heights Metro Station infrastructure

May 20, 2024
The funding will cover infrastructure costs identified by WMATA to help protect the Blue Line tunnel, relocate utilities, create safer pedestrian connections to the stations and...
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Vehicles

WMATA retires 2000-series trains

May 10, 2024
The cars will be decommissioned and safety-sensitive parts and hazardous materials will be removed by the WMATA.

Articles & News

WMATA
WMATA's approximately five-and-a-half-acre property is a TOD opportunity to provide new housing, neighborhood-serving retail and improve connectivity adjacent to transit with regional accessibility.
Facilities

TOD developments progress at JTA, WMATA, city of Sacramento, Calif.

Sept. 24, 2024
Funding awards, RFQs and new contract authorizations are advancing local agencies’ efforts to bring affordable, convenient housing to nearby public transit.
Kimmy Feldbauer, AICP
40 Under 40

2024 40 Under 40: Kimmy Feldbauer, AICP

Aug. 20, 2024
Kimmy Feldbauer, AICP, Chief of Staff & Strategic Transformation Officer, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority.
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Anthony Harris.
40 Under 40

2024 40 Under 40: Anthony Harris

Aug. 20, 2024
Anthony Harris, Senior Manager, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority.
WMATA
Management

TOD updates from TransLink and WMATA

July 30, 2024
WMATA, in partnership with Montgomery County, Md., and TransLink are making progress on their transit-oriented development projects.
DART
Seating, Fabrics and Flooring

DART, WMATA install vinyl seat coverings on transit systems

July 5, 2024
DART refurnished more than 16,000 seats on 158 vehicles in its light-rail fleet while WMATA has refurnished more than 40 buses and is looking to complete all 1,500 buses by 2025...
BART
Management

BART, MTA, NJ Transit, WMATA among agencies recognizing Autism Acceptance Month

April 4, 2024
The agencies are making an effort to promote inclusivity by highlighting the voices of some of transit's biggest fans.
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Safety & Security

Six transit agencies join federal ‘The Challenge to Save Lives from Overdose’ initiative

March 19, 2024
Denver RTD, BART, NJ Transit Police, SEPTA and WMATA train and equip officers with Narcan while MBTA is working to make Narcan available at all Red Line Heavy Rail Stations.
WMATA
Management

WMATA to host Fleet of the Future Expo from March 20 through April 3

March 6, 2024
The expo will give the public a sneak peek at its all-digital, new 8,000-series railcars and zero-emissions buses.
WMATA/Larry Levine
Management

WMATA outlines proposed cuts as it faces a $750 million budget gap in FY25

Dec. 15, 2023
The authority will implement a hiring freeze in January and issue layoff notices for next summer, in addition to the proposed service cuts and reduction in capital spending.
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40 Under 40

2023 40 Under 40: Neela Babu, Ph.D.

Aug. 22, 2023
Neela Babu, Start-Up Manager, WMATA

Videos & Resources

Architectural Photographer Inspired by L.A. Metro Stations
Rail

Architectural Photographer Inspired by D.C. Metro Stations

Jan. 31, 2018
Photographer Peter Steinhauer visited several Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority stations, using his camera to capture the unique architecture and design of the Metrorail...
Back2Good 7000-Series Rail Cars
Rail

Back2Good 7000-Series Rail Cars

April 19, 2017
To date, 70 percent of 1000-series cars and nearly half of 4000-series cars have been permanently removed from service and replaced with new 7000-series cars.
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro)
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Safety & Security

WMATA MTPD K-9 Graduation

Jan. 4, 2017
The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (Metro) Transit Police Department graduated five new K-9 officers just weeks before the 2017 Presidential Inauguration.
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Rail

Mass Transit Weekly Update 6/10/2016

June 10, 2016
This week's transit update includes a look at Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), Community Transit, the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Chicago Transit Authority ...
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Home

DC: Snatch & Grab Footage: Metrobus

Aug. 16, 2013
The surveillance video shown August 15, 2013 at the Metro Transit Police press conference regarding snatch & grab of electronic devices.
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Rail

Metro Snatch & Grab Footage: Capital Heights

Aug. 16, 2013
The surveillance video shown August 15, 2013 at the Metro Transit Police press conference regarding snatch & grab of electronic devices.

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Management

Metropolitan Washington COG, WMATA, reveal new regional planning initiative

May 3, 2024
DMVMoves will be guided by a 20-person task force, including a federal government representative and leaders appointed by COG and WMATA
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Shelters, Benches and Equipment

WMATA to replace 33 bus shelters at four Metrorail stations

May 2, 2024
The agency aims to replace the 33 bus shelters during a four-month period at the Fort Totten, Brookland-CUA, Rhode Island Avenue and Addison Road Metrorail stations.
Management

Michelle A. Zamarin appointed as WMATA's inspector general

April 29, 2024
Zamarin, who will be sworn in on June 17, currently serves as litigation counsel in the Trial Unit of the Enforcement Division at the Securities and Exchange Commission.
WMATA
Management

WMATA Board approves $4.8 billion FY25 budget

April 26, 2024
The budget will maintain service levels after the authority previously faced a significant budget gap.
WMATA
Vehicles

WMATA to begin certifying operators for Auto Doors on five rail lines

April 15, 2024
The feature eliminates the delay of operators manually opening train doors and has been in use on the Red Line since December 2023.
Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments
Management

WMATA, Metropolitan Washington COG to develop unified regional transit plan

April 11, 2024
The initative builds on recent coordination related to WMATA's Fiscal Year 2025 financial challenges.
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Safety & Security

WMATA ridership is up, crime and fare evasion down in 2024

April 5, 2024
WMATA has taken steps since 2023 to improve safety and security throughout its transit system.
WMATA
Management

WMATA's Fleet of the Future Expo opens on National Mall

March 25, 2024
WMATA is showcasing its new 8000-series railcar design and zero-emission bus at the expo.
Parsons
Management

WMATA selects Parsons for multiple award task order contract

March 15, 2024
The five-year base contract will see Parsons providing WMATA with multi-disciplinary project and construction management support.