Proposed Capital Area Transit service changes, currently out for public review, reflect shifts in transit needs in CAT’s service area, as well as new data now available as a result of recent CAT technology update, Bill Jones, CAT general manager said.
“Through public outreach and new technology, we’re able to take a closer look at gaps in the system and realign service to maximize efficiency and provide expanded service with minimal cost impacts,” Jones said.
Over the last year CAT has implemented two technology programs which allow for better scheduling of service and monitoring of live on-time performance and passenger use.
“As a result, we’re better able to analyze the entire system and implement service adjustments to improve service throughout the system, while more efficiently utilizing equipment and staff already deployed across the service area,” Jones added. “The result is an increase in overall efficiency, with minimal additional cost.”
By connecting Kline Village to Union Deposit and Rutherford via new Route 18, CAT is beginning circulator service between ten locations approximately every hour from 8:40 am to 9:55 pm. “This means people can circulate to destinations in that area without the need to travel downtown to the CAT Transfer Center at Second and Market Streets,” Jones said.
