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Alexandria Transit Company (DASH)

3000 Business Center Drive
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-746-DASH (3274)

Press Releases

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The plan includes multiple increases and reductions in service changes to support ridership.
April 17, 2024
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DASH, CapMetro join PACT campaign to help stop human trafficking on transit.
The campaign, Transit Against Child Trafficking, provides practical resources to educate public transportation staff and riders about how to identify and report potential instances...
April 16, 2024
The policies will improve how riders board DASH buses and how strollers may be used.
April 26, 2022
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The New DASH Network, the first comprehensive redesign of the existing DASH bus service network since its establishment in 1984, will provide more frequent service to more people...
Aug. 30, 2021
Alexandria Transit Company is again selling the popular Student Summer DASH Pass now through September 3, 2018.
June 5, 2018
Alexandria Transit Company is this year’s recipient of the Virginia Transit Association Outstanding Community Program Award.
May 31, 2018
The Alexandria Transit Company Board of Directors approved a series of fare and service changes that will go into effect on July 1, 2018.
May 22, 2018
Alexandria Transit Company announced that as part of its annual budget development process, DASH is gathering community input on several proposed fare and service changes.
March 19, 2018
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DASH has announced a demonstration of an all-electric bus.
Alexandria Transit Company has announced that they will be showcasing an All-Electric Bus of the Future during a special demonstration and display on Wednesday, February 7 from...
Feb. 2, 2018
On Sunday, October 1, 2017, Alexandria Transit Company will implement service improvements on the AT3, AT4, AT5, AT7, AT8 and AT9.
Sept. 26, 2017

Articles

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Martin Barna, MSTM, Director of Planning and Marketing, Alexandria Transit Company
Aug. 22, 2023
Northern Virginia Transportation Commission
The value of transit in northern Virginia in 2018 versus 2025 based on NVTC studies.
At least two-thirds of the estimated annual personal income and sales tax revenue generated by transit in northern Virginia can be attributed to WMATA’s Metrorail system.
June 2, 2023

Additional content from Alexandria Transit Company (DASH)

Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) will host a Career Fair on Saturday, September 30, 2017 from 8:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. at the DASH facility located at 3000 Business Center Drive...
Sept. 26, 2017
Curry will be the main point of contact for DASH's social media management, website updates, and customer communications as well as assisting with all things marketing and event...
Aug. 7, 2017
Alexandria Transit Company (DASH), in partnership with Alexandria’s Family and Community Engagement Center (FACE) of Alexandria City Public Schools (ACPS), has announced it will...
Aug. 2, 2017
Alexandria Transit Company (DASH), in partnership with the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), are encouraging citizens to ride DASH, the King Street Trolley and...
June 13, 2017
Alexandria middle and high school students can purchase the pass and use it for unlimited rides on all DASH buses between May 1 and August 31, with a proper student identification...
May 12, 2017
The Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) Board of Directors recently announced the appointment of Josh Baker as the new CEO/general manager of ATC and the DASH Bus System.
Jan. 11, 2017
On Tuesday, December 20, the Living Legends of Alexandria announced their 2017 recipients. Of the extraordinary Legends who were selected, DASH is honored to announce that its...
Dec. 22, 2016
On Tuesday, December 13, 2016, on behalf of Alexandria Mayor Allison Silberberg and City Council, Alexandria Transit Company (DASH), General Manager/CEO, Sandy Modell, will be...
Dec. 12, 2016
Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) announces the retirement of ATC CEO/General Manager Sandy Modell, at the end of this year.
Sept. 14, 2016
Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) is this year’s recipient of the Virginia Transit Association (VTA) Outstanding Program Award.
May 27, 2016
This year's celebration will be held at Lenny Harris Memorial Fields at Braddock Park, 1005 Mt. Vernon Ave., on Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
April 17, 2016
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The King Street Trolley transports approximately 2,500 riders a day between the King Street Metrorail Station and the Potomac River waterfront daily every 10 minutes.
The Alexandria Transit Co. (DASH) has announced that they are only a week away from reaching their milestone of carrying 5 million King Street Trolley riders since the service...
Sept. 3, 2015
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DASH General Manager Sandy Modell joins the painting fun.
Alexandria Transit Co. (ATC) is the 2015 recipient of the Virginia Transit Association (VTA) Outstanding Public Transportation Marketing Award. Alexandria’s DASH system was presented...
May 27, 2015
The Alexandria Transit Co. (ATC) Board of Directors approved the elimination of the add value option aboard DASH buses effective April 1, at its monthly board meeting. This initiative...
Feb. 11, 2015
Local commuters encouraged to try public transit during the month of September
Sept. 11, 2014
Raymond Mui joins Alexandria Transit Company as the new transit planning manager.
Sept. 11, 2014
Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) employees participated in the 4th Annual Spring for Alexandria by painting an underpass and helping with litter clean up.
Sept. 11, 2014
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Alexandria Mayor William D. Euille congratulates DASH on 30 years of Keeping Alexandria Moving.
Alexandria Transit Co. (ATC) kicked off its celebration of the 30th anniversary of the DASH bus system with a reception March 11, at Alexandria’s City Hall.
March 20, 2014
Dash operator Clarence "Action" Jackson took first place in the annual Virgina State Bus Roadeo held April 3 in Woodbridge, Va.
March 18, 2014
Dash will sponsor activities and offer special promotions that will last throughout the year to thank its customers for their loyal support of the city’s local bus system over...
Feb. 12, 2014
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DASH will be collecting school supplies to help students in Alexandria Public Schools.
On Aug. 15, Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) will partner with Alexandria City Public Schools and Community Partners for Children for the annual back-to-school supply drive.
Aug. 5, 2013
Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) announced the addition of Tonya L. McCray as its new director of finance and administration.
July 17, 2013
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Alexandria Transit Company received the Outstanding Transit Program Award for the development and implementation of the BRAC-133 Mark Center Express Service.
The Virginia Transit Association (VTA) honored Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) on May 31 at its awards luncheon held in conjunction with its annual statewide transit conference...
June 4, 2013
The Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) Board of Directors held a public hearing in conjunction with their March Board meeting last night to receive public comment on a proposed ...
March 29, 2013
On March 11, the Alexandria Transit Company (ATC) will celebrate 29 years of Driving Alexandria Safely Home (DASH)
March 6, 2013
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The William B. Hurd Transit Facility, home to the DASH bus system, is a 160,000 square foot building that opened in October 2009
Oct. 10, 2012
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Approximately 200 competitors, transit system staff, volunteers, and judges converged in Norfolk, Va., to participate in the weekend activities. Drivers and mechanics from local...
April 5, 2012
DASH was included in the top ten list for its purchase of ten-new low-floor hybrid DASH buses and five-new low-floor hybrid trolleys.
Jan. 9, 2012
The purchase consists of seven 35-foot hybrid buses and three 40-foot hybrid buses. In addition, Alexandria Transit has also purchased five 30-foot hybrid trolleys.
Dec. 9, 2011