The latest survey revealed double-digit, year-over-year improvements in perceptions of personal safety and security, the cleanliness of buses and trains, on-time performance and...
The program will offer $3 million available annually in funding over a three-year period for local governments and transportation management associations/organizations within ...
The new timeline reduces the length of three speed restrictions near the Dayton Station, adjusts the maintenance schedule to target lifting the D Line’s last remaining restriction...
The collective bargaining agreement features pay increases for RTD-PD employees, as the agency aims to increase its security presence across its service area.
MassDOT is awarding $1.2 million through the 5311 Rural Intercity Bus Connections program, Denver RTD will provide $1 million in TAG funding and WisDOT is awarding $6.3 million...
The 8.6-mile BRT line, which received $150 million in funding from the FTA, will offer dedicated, center running transit lanes from Broadway to Yosemite Street and shorten rider...
The week was launched by OLI in 2017 to focus attention on the importance of making safe choices when driving or walking near railroad tracks and trains.
The agency is working to improve accessibility and efficiency through an extension of its contract with Masabi and a new contract with Mattersoft for a Traffic Signal Priority...
Denver RTD, BART, NJ Transit Police, SEPTA and WMATA train and equip officers with Narcan while MBTA is working to make Narcan available at all Red Line Heavy Rail Stations.
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The in-house detective bureau will help the agency to directly perform investigations on thefts and any other criminal activity that may occur on its property.
Since April 2024, the Denver RTD Police Department has responded to 21 incidents of copper wire theft across the light-rail network, resulting in an estimated loss of approximately...
Denver RTD has partnered with communities to add Bike-n-Ride shelters along the US 36 corridor in Superior, Louisville, Broomfield, Westminster and Boulder.
The work was done on a part of the line between 20th/Welton and 30th/Downing stations that had experienced the highest number of accidents of any corridor in the light-rail system...
The two-year study identified viable vehicle technologies, fleet and infrastructure needs, risk and mitigation strategies, capital and operating cost estimates and ridership projections...
The work along the Southeast Rail Corridor supports Denver RTD’s Back to Basics initiative to maintain all the agency’s assets in a state of good repair.
The agency is conducting the train testing to ensure newly installed safety improvements for the double-track section of Welton function as intended ahead of the return of L Line...
This maintenance work will help to capitalize on a window of time that is now available to the agency after completing its Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project three weeks ahead...
Police cadets will gain insight about the day-to-day work of an officer in a transit police environment while potentially earning a three-hour credit for most college programs...
The first phase of the project, which was initially scheduled to run through mid-September, focused on reconstructing light-rail track and infrastructure at five key intersections...
USDOT has apportioned an additional $23 million in Fixed Guideway CIG Allocation funding for construction of the East Colfax BRT project, bringing the total federal apportionment...
The comprehensive audit, which was conducted during multiple months between June 2023 and July 2024, also reviewed Denver RTD’s cost efficiency metrics, capital asset projects...
The agency has reported at least five instances of copper wire theft near track signals, switches and rail crossings, with most of the recent thefts happening overnight and across...
With the addition of the live look-in system, Denver RTD’s public safety dispatchers can use a secure, cellular network connection to hear audio and view video in real time from...
The expansion comes following the success of a 90-day pilot of the program, which was designed to assess the potential benefits of reprogramming elevator doors to rest in the ...
If passed in November, the proposed ballot question would extend the current voter authorization for Denver RTD to retain and spend all revenue without further voter approval....
Known as the “Impact Team,” nearly 40 Denver RTD employees are deployed to rail stations and bus stops during peak service times, major events and service disruptions to provide...
Denver RTD will rely on Triunity to oversee design, construction, repair, renovation and replacement projects for transit infrastructure throughout the Denver Metro area.
The additional three weeks of the program provides bus operators with more hands-on training across all divisions, including route familiarization and night driving.
The agency can now request FTA CIG funds to construct the 9.9-mile BRT project that will connect Union Station in downtown Denver, Colo., to the R Line Colfax Station in Aurora...
The additional officers will help Denver RTD’s Transit PD proactively address other problems on bus and rail vehicles, as well as situations at stops and stations around the district...
Each selected organization will receive $50,000 to support individuals who need a reliable transportation option to support emergent or immediate need.
The grants will be going to 20 communities in 16 states to help communities develop local plans to encourage ridership by developing housing and businesses near transit corridors...
The pilot program will limit illegal activities and address long-standing complaints from customers on select elevator locations at high-usage rail stations.
In the first phase of Denver RTD's reconstruction project, at-grade rail and street intersections will be reconstructed on 15th and Stout St., 17th and Stout St., 15th and California...
The agency has installed new safety shields to protect operators from riders, as well as instituted a mental health clinician and homeless outreach coordinator on its systems ...
The new grant program will award funds to agencies that present the most need as a nonprofit with the requirement of participating in annual eligibility and documentation process...
In partnership with Boulder County, the cities of Boulder, Lafayette and Louisville and Denver RTD, the goal of the study is to develop a shared vision for the corridor by identifying...
The Zero Fare for Better Air brought on a reduction of approximately 9 million vehicle miles traveled during July and August by encouraging the use of public transit.
The survey findings indicate 76 percent of bus customers and 78 percent of rail customers are “satisfied” or “very satisfied” with Denver RTD services. Additionally, the percentage...
The Partnership Program launched in June and provides local governments and transportation management associations/organizations funding for services or enhancements that complement...
This plan will guide RTD’s future decisions as the agency transitions to low/no emissions and will consider recommendations for facilities, fixed-route services by fleet type,...
The new fare structure aims to remove barriers to transit access and reconciling longstanding concerns from customers and the community regarding the high cost and complexity ...
The maintenance project to repair coping panels along I-25 was temporarily paused to address network communications issues and accommodate the high volume of customers using the...
The agencies are all undertaking maintenance projects in July to limit the number of riders impacted by construction, while performing work that will improve service and safety...
Now branded as Respect the Ride, the Customer Code of Conduct provides guidelines for creating a safe, convenient and enjoyable experience for all customers.
The program provides $2 million available annually for projects that will help improve mobility and provides an opportunity for local governments and Transportation Management...
Denver RTD has introduced predicted arrival times into its Next Ride IVR system while VIA Metropolitan Transit has made transit ticketing available for Uber users in San Antonio...
The work, managed by DOTI, will remove curbs and move transit lanes to the center of each block, add more trees and create wider pedestrian walkways and new amenity zones for ...
Summers joins RTD from Idaho State University, where he served most recently as associate vice president of marketing, communications and strategic initiatives.
Fitzgerald was sworn into his position on Aug. 23 and will bring 30 years of experience to the role overseeing the safety and security of riders and employees across RTD’s eight...
The Denver Regional Transportation District's (RTD) Service and Cleaning worked with Bus Operations and Maintenance, Light Rail Operations and Maintenance, and Safety Environmental...
Denver RTD will be examining its fares and exploring changes to its fare structure and pass programs to make using bus and rail service more equitable, simple and affordable.
RTD is collaborating with the local partners and stakeholders on a Reclaiming Union Station steering committee to address unwanted behaviors in the bus concourse and surrounding...
Visiting the dispatch center was one of four elements included in current operator refresher training, which also includes modules for customer service, defensive driving and ...
The city will be constructing and upgrading concrete pads at stops, as well as reconstructing sections of sidewalk connecting to the stop in accordance with the Americans with...
RTD's DTECH training is offered through a collaborative effort with Front Range Community College to train a group of students who have acquired experience with automotive systems...
This puts the agency on track to develop an equitable fare structure and recommendations for pass programs by late 2022 and implement any changes in 2023.