The 5.5-mile extension will operate between downtown Phoenix along Central and 1st avenues and introduce a two-line rail system intersecting at the new transit hub in downtown...
The opening of the South Central Extension/Downtown Hub will be celebrated with a ribbon cutting and a community event to highlight the new rail service extension into the region...
Southwest Transit Partners has been selected as the Construction Manager at Risk for the project while the nine artists will be responsible for creating engaging artwork that ...
The West Valley Bus and Paratransit Operations and Maintenance Facility will be designed to accommodate various types of transit vehicles and the growing population in the community...
While on his visit, Emhoff emphasized the Biden-Harris Administration’s $903 million investment in transit projects in Arizona, including the recent $15.9 million RAISE grant ...
The project includes a series of “firsts” for Valley Metro, including the first elevated station, rail-only bridge over I-17 and a multimodal transit center named after regional...
The project will evaluate the expansion of Valley Metro Streetcar by approximately four miles; the streetcar is part of metro Phoenix’s larger transit system connecting the Valley...
This week's update features videos from the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), The Rapid, Metropolitan Tranist Authority of Harris County (Metro), Valley Metro and the California...
Your weekly update features BART's Fleet of the Future, rabbittransit's driver recruitment campaign, Valley Metro Bus Rodeo, Sound Transit's Northgate Link Extension and a behind...
As the Bus Rodeo is underway, Valley Metro bus operator Roy Murray gives his perspective on operating daily bus service during an interview with 12 News.
WMATA celebrated the graduation of 22 recruit officers from the inaugural MTPD Criminal Justice Academy while Valley Metro is introducing Inter-Con Security on board its light...
MST in Monterey County, Calif., PRT in Pittsburgh, Pa., and Valley Metro in Phoenix, Ariz., are looking to make it easier for riders to pay for using their respective transit...
PANYNJ has expanded its TAPP system to the five terminal stations in the PATH system while Valley Metro is installing new fare machines at light-rail stations starting April 1...
The 14-stop, three-mile line is the region’s first modern streetcar line and provides a link to employment centers, entertainment destinations and connects to the regional transit...
The RideChoice program, operated by Valley Metro, utilizes rideshare transportation providers, including Uber, taxicabs and other wheelchair accessible vehicles as an efficient...
The West Phoenix High-Capacity Transit Alternatives Analysis will ultimately recommend the best transit type and potential routes to meet the transportation needs of Maryvale ...
It will serve the Tempe ASU campus, downtown Tempe, Gammage Auditorium, Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe Beach Park and connect to many small businesses and neighborhoods.
The $2.3 million pilot program is designed to benefit small, locally-owned businesses adjacent to construction along the South Central Extension/Downtown Hub and Northwest Extension...
Valley Metro collaborated with Waymo and Arizona State University to understand how autonomous vehicles can be used for the Valley Metro RideChoice program.
Secretary Buttigieg visited Lane Transit District, Valley Metro and the Chicago Transit Authority during his national tour promoting infrastructure investment.
The program is a one-year pilot that will provide direct financial assistance to locally- owned small businesses immediately adjacent to light-rail construction corridors.
The brand-new online program is a continuation of the Valley Metro Workforce Development program providing middle school students with virtual learning opportunities about engineering...
Two of the projects have Full Funding Grant Agreements in place while five projects are advancing towards readiness to receive a construction grant agreement.
From the March issue's "Best Practices: Targeted Advocacy" section; Scott Smith shares Valley Metro's experience fighting a transit opposition movement and coming out on the winning...
The project will provide improved utility work, 21 new bus pullouts, rebuilt sidewalks, dedicated bicycle lanes, repaved streets and an estimated 160 new trees.
Valley Metro has introduced new customer experience coordinators (CECs) at rail station platforms to assist riders, support security and to enhance the rider experience overall...
Hillyard draws on more than 20 years of public sector executive experience leading the financial, information technology, business and operations sectors of organizations of up...
The 1.9-mile Gilbert Road light-rail extension will serve residents in Mesa and connect people to jobs, school and entertainment along the now 28 miles of light-rail service across...
Valley Metro, in partnership with Cox Communications and Mesa Public Schools, distributed close to 70 computers and Cox internet service to pre-qualified students and families...
The Valley Metro RPTA and Valley Metro Rail Boards unanimously approved an extension of Scott Smith’s employment agreement for an additional two years.
New Flyer of America Inc. has announced that the Valley Metro and city of Phoenix Public Transit Department, together through a joint procurement, have awarded New Flyer with ...
The Valley Metro Boards of Directors unanimously approved a new “Respect the Ride” Code of Conduct to bolster safety and security while creating a positive rider experience.
Cox Communications, in partnership with Valley Metro and Mesa Public Schools, will be distributing 140 computers and Cox internet service to pre-qualified students at Longfellow...
Valley Metro continues to receive recognition for its leadership in the transit industry as it grows to connect more communities and people to opportunities. Valley Metro received...
Valley Metro Rail and The Refrigeration School Inc. (RSI) have successfully completed a first-of-its-kind customized training program specifically designed around the niche HVAC...
Phoenix Valley Metro Rail has tapped Siemens to build 11 new S70 light rail vehicles to help meet growing ridership needs and the next expansion of the 26-mile rail line.
Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton hosted a community celebration on June 7, on the rooftop of Ability360 to mark the start of construction on the 50th St/Washington Station.
Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton hosted a community celebration on the rooftop of Ability360 to mark the start of construction on the 50th St/Washington Station.
The Tempe Streetcar will receive $50 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation Capital Investment Grants program, which is included in the Fiscal Year 2017 appropriations...
On April 19, the Phoenix City Council approved a $50 million agreement with Valley Metro to fund final design and pre-construction activities on the five-mile extension on Central...
Starting April 24, Valley Metro will roll out major bus service improvements allowing greater opportunity for riders to connect to employment, education and entertainment.
Getting to Final Four Phoenix weekend events was a slam dunk for locals, visitors and fans. Valley Metro Rail served an estimated 68 percent more riders Friday through Sunday ...
The Valley Metro Rail Board of Directors has approved a base five-year contract with Boston-based Alternate Concepts Inc. (ACI) to provide rail transportation services for the...
The Northwest Extension has been selected by the Associated General Contractors of America as the recipient of the 2017 Alliant Build America Award in the Highway and Transportation...
Valley Metro Rail selected Hill International (prime) and CH2M (principal sub-consultant) as program and construction management consultants on its future high-capacity transit...
Transportation industry professionals from aviation to roadways, gathered on the evening of February 25 at the Bentley Projects/Warehouse 215 for the 17th Annual WTS Metropolitan...
Transdev is being awarded a five-year contract to operate Valley Metro East Valley, Northwest Valley and regional paratransit, or Dial-a-Ride (DAR), service programs.
Valley Metro and Stacy and Witbeck will partner with the city of Tempe, project designer, Stantec, five project artists and the local community to build the Valley’s first streetcar...
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has granted a significant environmental approval for the planned South Central Light Rail Extension that moves the project closer to being...
Riders, families and visitors across metro Phoenix are capturing the vision of a colorfully decorated bus and train as they travel throughout the region spreading holiday cheer...
On Nov. 10, Valley Metro and city of Phoenix received top honors for the Northwest light rail extension as the Southwest’s 2016 Best Airport/Transit Project of the Year by Engineering...
The Valley Metro RPTA and Valley Metro Rail Boards of Directors recently took action to finalize an employment agreement with Scott Smith that will transition his service to CEO...
Valley Metro and city of Mesa has invited the public to attend an update on construction activity and final design of the light rail extension to Gilbert Road in Mesa.
More than 50 Maricopa County Travel Reduction Program employers and individuals took center stage to be recognized for their exceptional clean air activities this year at the ...
The East Valley Bus Operations and Maintenance Facility in Tempe will soon be soaking up the sun as crews work to complete a 537 kW solar project that will provide 33 percent ...
Valley Metro received a $1 million Mobility on Demand (MOD) project grant from the Federal Transit Administration to develop a mobile app that will integrate mobile ticketing ...
A colorful balloon release kicked off the official start of construction on the Gilbert Road Extension today. Valley Metro and city of Mesa hosted a groundbreaking event and community...
The city of Phoenix has received a $2 million Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant to aid in the planning for the future South Central Light Rail Extension into south Phoenix...
On October 15, Valley Metro and the city of Mesa will host a community fall festival to mark the start of construction on the Gilbert Road light rail extension.
Valley Metro Bus service is moving forward in a tremendous way for thousands of riders in the Valley. On Oct. 24, bus service improvements will begin transforming the way riders...
Officials from the city of Phoenix and Valley Metro, alongside community representatives, gathered today to announce the first light rail project slated under Phoenix Transportation...
On Saturday, September 10, Valley Metro, Phoenix and Mesa, were honored at the Arizona Forward Environmental Excellence Awards ceremony receiving the Art in Public Places Award...