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    Akron, Ohio 44301

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    Management

    Gert Wilms named Akron Metro's legal and government affairs officer

    Jan. 4, 2024
    In the role, Wilms will ensure agency compliance with local and federal regulations, as well as assist with the development and implementation of public policies and programs....
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    Facilities

    Akron Metro breaks ground on new Maintenance and Operations Facility

    Nov. 22, 2023
    The new facility will support current and future operational needs by providing adequate facilities to maintain a state of good repair and improve efficiencies for Akron Metro...
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    Akron Metro launches redesign of fixed-route services as Reimagined Network

    June 16, 2023
    The Reimagined Network features a new streamlined service, with five new high-frequency 15-minute corridors, three new 30-minute routes and new regional connections to Brimfield...
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    Safety & Security

    APTA honors six transit agencies with 2023 Bus Safety, Security and Emergency Management Awards

    American Public Transportation Association
    April 26, 2023
    The awards recognize transit organizations for their innovative and proactive safety and security programs.
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    Akron METRO announces new chief culture officer position, welcomes Tatia Harris on board

    June 10, 2022
    Harris will oversee diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, as well as training, planning and fostering an equitable, sustainable culture and forging productive partnerships...
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    Management

    Akron Metro promotes to C-level roles

    March 9, 2022
    Jay Hunter has been named Chief Administrative Officer, Angela Neeley, will serve as Chief Financial Officer and Jarrod Hampshire has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer....
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    In memoriam: Honoring Akron METRO Board President Bernard M. Bear

    Feb. 17, 2022
    The public transportation community is mourning the loss of longtime Akron, Ohio, resident and transit enthusiast Bernard M. Bear, who passed away Jan. 27, 2022.
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    Akron Metro RTA releases first draft of new bus network

    Sept. 22, 2021
    The draft network was designed to meet the goals of the agency's strategic plan adopted in November 2020.

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    Akron Metro will roll out its Reimagined Metro bus network plan on June 4 following approval from its Board of Trustees at the end of March.
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    Akron Metro to implement Reimagined Network following board approval

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    April 7, 2023
    The revamped network has been planned since 2021 and promises to make transit more useful to residents by expanding access to destinations and opportunities.
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    Akron Metro RTA introduced its first two batter-electric buses on March 29. The board approved the purchase of two additional electric buses on the same day.
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    Akron Metro RTA introduces first two electric buses

    Mass Transit Staff Report
    April 1, 2022
    The transit board also approved the purchase of two additional electric buses on the same day as the launch with the transit agency expecting all four buses to be in service by...
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    Moovit has rolled out real-time crowding information in its app.
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    Moovit releases real-time crowding, wheelchair accessible feature for its app

    Mischa Wanek-Libman
    Feb. 17, 2021
    Moovit has rolled out two new features to promote safer and more comfortable transit rides: Real-time crowding information and wheelchair accessibility.

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    COTA is one of eight Ohio transit agencies to be awarded state grants for clean vehicle bus replacements.
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    State grants to fund Ohio transit agency bus purchases

    Jan. 14, 2021
    The nearly $10 million in funds will be used to replace 40 aging diesel buses at transit agencies throughout the state.