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David F. Simon
Chairman
Board of Commissioners
Jeffrey L. Nash
Vice Chairman
Board of Commissioners
John J. Matheussen
President
PATCO
John D. Rink
General Manager
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Welcome to PATCO E-News!!!!
PATCO E-News is yet another way for PATCO to stay in touch with you and to provide the very best in customer service. Through this monthly communication, we will keep you informed about train service, system improvements, events and happenings in the region and share relevant transit information from a regional and national perspective. You can also stay connected to PATCO throughout the week by following PATCO on Facebook and RidePATCO on Twitter. We'd love to hear from you, so stay in touch.
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Train Overhaul Project
 Pictured is a Windscreen installation in one end of a car. The windscreens will be clear once the protective coating is removed. There will be a similar windscreen at the other end of car but it will be shorter on one side to allow passage of a wheelchair.
Pictured is the view of an installed flat screen display at one end of the car. The display will be used for news, advertising and passenger information.
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The T-Card
PATCO now has a new Fare Product, the T- CARD, to accommodate our Transit Benefit riders. Customers that already received a TRANServe card can continue to use it. The new T-CARD will work the same as the TRANServe card. We've just changed the name of the card. Any further questions, please call the FREEDOM Card Service Center at 877-373-6777
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Air Shaft Vent Rehab Project
PATCO is committed to keeping our customers informed and providing advance notice regarding upcoming projects.
The PATCO Ventilation Rehabilitation Project will begin on or about mid-July of this year and extend until November or December. Work will begin again in the spring and continue through May, 2014. Most of the work will take place Monday through Friday, from 7 AM until 5 PM.
The project includes replacement and modification of existing air shaft vent grates in the sidewalks and curbs, and restoration of the sidewalk immediately adjacent to the vents in the cities of Philadelphia and Camden.
Customers may encounter closed stairways while construction is taking place. In addition, areas in the concourse may be barricaded when the contractor is working overhead at street level.
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New Elevator Project
The Renew Crew is still hard at work on the new elevator at 9th/10th & Locust. Construction at this site has taken longer than usual due to unexpected complications. The anticipated completion date is August 2013.
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Attention PATCO Customers who use SEPTA Transfers
On Monday, July 1, 2013 the cost of a round-trip SEPTA transfer at New Jersey PATCO stations went up 50 cents to $3.10. This transfer still represents a savings of 50 cents compared to the cost of two SEPTA tokens.
The special round-trip PATCO/SEPTA transfer cost increased because of the fare hike implemented by SEPTA. The cost of a round-trip SEPTA transfer at New Jersey PATCO stations had been $2.60 since July of 2010.
PATCO customers may use cash or their FREEDOM card to purchase a SEPTA transfer. The transfer is dispensed as two separate tickets. One is valid for 1 hour from the time of purchase and is to be used on any of the specified lines from a point connecting with PATCO. The second ticket is valid on any of the specified lines to return to PATCO for 24 hours from the time of purchase, except that Saturday, Sunday, or legal holidays shall not be counted.
Please call SEPTA (215-580-7800) with any questions regarding SEPTA fares.
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PATCO Cares
 On June 6, 2013 the PATCO Cares program welcomed Alex's Lemonade Stand to the Woodcrest Station.
Customers were offered a fresh cup of lemonade for their donations to this great organization.
 Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation is dedicated to realizing Alex's dream of eradicating childhood cancer. To learn more about the foundation and how to give a donation that makes an impact on children who are battling cancer, go to www.alexslemonade.org
 On June 6, 2013 the PATCO Cares program welcomed LIVE STRONG to the Lindenwold Station.
Volunteers met riders with free wristbands and literature promoting their upcoming Ride, Run/Walk fundraiser August 17th and 18th and various services they offer.
LIVESTRONG recently received a four out of four-star rating from Charity Navigator, the nation's largest and most-utilized evaluator of charity excellence based on financial health, accountability and transparency. Since 1997, they have been fighting to improve the cancer experience and make cancer a priority. They provide support to guide people through the cancer experience, bring them together to fight cancer-and work for a world in which our fight is no longer necessary. To read more about agency, find out about job or volunteering opportunities. Go to www.southjersey4livestrong.org
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Haddonfield Crafts and Fine Art Festival
 The 21st annual festival runs Sat., July 13, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sun., July 14, noon - 5 p.m. The festival is located along Kings Highway between Washington Ave. and Haddon Ave. and along Tanner St .to Euclid Ave.
The two-day outdoor festival will exhibit a wide range of arts and crafts, including ceramics, glass, jewelry, wood, fiber, metal, paper, drawings, paintings, photography, and wearable art. This free event is easily accessible by taking the PATCO to the Haddonfield station.
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Collingswood Summer Sidewalk Sale
 July 11, 12, and 13th bargain shoppers looking for a great day out can explore Haddon Ave and Powell Lane for sidewalk deals on fashion, accessories, home goods, food, décor, beauty and art.
Take PATCO to the Collingswood station and the shopping is just a block away.
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 Take PATCO to a Concert!
Look for the PATCO gazebo and catch a great concert on July 24 at the Susquehanna Bank Center on the Camden Waterfront. Artists featured: Train, The Script, Gavin DeGraw, & Ashley Monroe. Take PATCO to the Broadway or City Hall stations.
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Increased service will run on July 4
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