Mass Transit

Boyce Named Administrative Services Manager

Ben Franklin Transit (BFT) announced that the agency has hired Gloria Boyce as its new administrative services manager. Boyce replaces Allen Walch who is retiring after 25 years.

Press Release • May 24th, 2012

Televate Launches FirstNet Broadband Planning Services Program

FirstNet Planning Services are designed to support and assist public safety, state, local and federal agencies, and their potential private and non-profit sector partners in preparation for the Nationwide Public Safety Broadband Network (NPSBN).

Press Release • May 24th, 2012

Caltrans Workshop Shapes the Future of Transportation

Caltrans hosted a workshop today for transportation stakeholders and officials to evaluate the California Interregional Blueprint, a long-term plan that will help shape decision-making for the state’s transportation system.

Press Release • May 24th, 2012

MBCR Unveils USA’s First Gold Star Commuter Rail Memorial Coach Honoring Massachusetts’ Fallen Heroes

Train bears the names of state’s soldiers, marines, sailors and airmen who made ultimate sacrifice in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Press Release • May 23rd, 2012

International Artists Transform COTA into Public Art Space, Celebrate Bicentennial

In celebration of Columbus’ 200th birthday, COTA has partnered with FINDING TIME: Columbus Public Art 2012 to install “The Bus to the Future” public art project.

Press Release • May 23rd, 2012

Patriot Award Given to VIA Operations Employees

The National Committee for Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve, or ESGR, has recognized a set of supervisors at VIA Metropolitan Transit for their support of agency employees who serve in the military.

Press Release • May 23rd, 2012

ODOT Launches Program Aimed at Generating Millions in New Revenue

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is hoping to generate millions of dollars in new money by launching a program that will permit advertising and sponsorship opportunities at interstate rest areas and welcome centers throughout Ohio.