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In This Issue: April 2013

April 2013
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  • IndyGo: A Sound Investment
    Numerous efficiencies lead to cost savings for the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corp.

    Numerous efficiencies lead to cost savings for the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corp.

     There are a lot of exciting things on the horizon when talking to staff at the Indianapolis Public Transportation Corp. (IndyGo). And after years of a lack of investment and more focus on the car, the system had eroded after time, says President & CEO Michael Terry. Terry started his career in...
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Features

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    Mega Events Can Mean Mega Challenges

    Large mega events bring with them unique challenges, including security precautions, certain restrictions, and of course the out-of-town visitors that aren’t familiar with your system.

    Article • April 26th, 2013

  • FTA Peter Rogoff
    Funding Priorities

    During a recent interview, FTA Administrator Rogoff talks about some of the strengths, misconceptions and shortfalls of MAP-21.

    Article • April 26th, 2013

Columns

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    Savings Reach Far Beyond One Department

    Efficiencies achieved by two agencies in the major cost areas of maintenance and healthcare have ramifications that extend far beyond two budget lines.

    Article • April 26th, 2013

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    Not Much Has Changed for Funding

    The president continues to show his support for transit and transportation with increased funding but agreement with Congress needs to be reached on how it will be paid for.

    Article • April 26th, 2013

Departments

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    April/May Industry News

    MD: MTA Unveils New 'MV-1' Mobility Vehicles The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) announced the purchase of 40 MV-1 mobility vehicles. The purchase marks the beginning of the MTA’s long...

    Article • April 26th, 2013

  • Jared Scarbrough
    April/May People in the News

    Mike Roark has been hired as regional sales manager for Western North America for Code Blue Corporation. He has more than 20 years in the security and technology sector with particular expertise in...

    Article • April 26th, 2013

  • Lou Wenzler
    Using Technology to Improve Maintenance Operations

    Gregg Harrington Vice president of maintenance National Express Transit Services This is likely the most exciting time to be a fleet technician assigned to a fleet of transit vehicles...

    Article • April 26th, 2013

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