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Monday, April 4, 2016          

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NJ Transit Sign Report: Former Amtrak executive to head NJ Transit 
William Crosbie, who served as Amtrak's chief operating officer until 2010, is reportedly in line to be named executive director of New Jersey Transit, according to the Wall Street Journal. NJ.com [4-3]>> Photo by Mel Evans / AP

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Amtrak Derailment NTSB investigating Amtrak crash near Philadelphia  
The NTSB is investigating a fatal crash outside Philadelphia Sunday in which an Amtrak train plowed into a backhoe operated by Amtrak workers. Two workers were killed and more than 30 on the train were injured. Philadelphia Inquirer [4-4]>> Photo by Michael Bryant / The Inquirer   

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  Become a Better Transit Leader!  
Eno Train Photo Applications are being accepted for the Eno Transit Mid Manager Seminar. The program will be held July 18-22 in Seattle and October 17-21 in Chicago. More information can be found at: www.enotrans.org/course/transit-mid-manager-seminar/



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Metrolink Train Metrolink introduces digital ticketing, schedule changes 
In an ongoing effort to bolster customer service, Southern California's Metrolink commuter railroad has made mobile ticketing apps available throughout its system and plans major schedule changes to reduce problems for users of the San Bernardino Line. Los Angeles Times [4-3]>> Photo by Irfan Khan / The Times 

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   The Runcutter Course   
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Arthur N. Gaudet & Associates will offer a 2-day scheduling/runcutting course in Charlotte, N.C., in May, right after APTA's Bus and Paratransit Conference. Registration $850/person; $700/person for groups of 4 or more. We also offer the course at your location. Contact Arthur Gaudet - 972-466-4611 or runcutter@runcutter.com


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Ann Arbor Transit Meeting Ann Arbor residents praise plan for commuter rail, BRT 
The Southeast Michigan Regional Transit Authority last week showcased plans to connect Ann Arbor and Detroit using commuter rail and possibly BRT, earning praise from Ann Arbor residents. MLive [4-1]>> Photo by Ryan Stanton / Ann Arbor News  

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   Need Help Recruiting a Fleet Manager?    
Halsey KingHaving a difficult time finding a Maintenance Director for your bus fleet? Transit consultant Halsey King can help. Halsey provides assistance with recruiting in the area of fleet maintenance, from directors to supervisors to fleet technicians. For more information, contact Halsey at halsey@halseyking.com or 760-809-2142.

 
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King County Metro Bus King County bus operator shines before sun rises  
Janice Rapier drives a 4 a.m. to 8 a.m. shift for King County Metro Transit in Seattle. After 30 years of perfecting this routine, Rapier appreciates the perks of driving a bus. Seattle Post-Intelligencer [4-1]>> Listen to the Story>> Photo by Grant Hindsley / Post-Intelligencer 
 
 
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Nashville MTA, Nashville, Tenn.



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Transit and Paratransit Operations Manager
Laketran, Painesville, Ohio



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National Express Transit, Orlando, Fla.



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Engineer-Conductor
Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit, Santa Rosa, Calif.

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Transit Technology Specialist
Southeastern Regional Transit Authority, New Bedford, Mass.



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Project Manager - Department Liaison for Procurements
BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), Oakland, Calif.

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BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit), Oakland, Calif.



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General Manager
First Transit, Denton, Texas



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Transportation Manager
Fairbanks North Star Borough, Fairbanks, Alaska



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Application Administrator
Hampton Roads Transit, Norfolk, Va.



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Assistant Director of Operations
Rock Region METRO, Little Rock, Ark.



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Community Transit, Seattle



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Executive Director of Service Delivery - Operations
Pierce Transit, Lakewood, Wash.



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Facilities Maintenance Administrator
Virginia Railway Express, Alexandria, Va.



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South Bend Public Transportation Corporation, South Bend, Ind.



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Transit Center Relocation Feasibility Study - Clarksville Urbanized Area Metropolitan Planning Organization, Clarksville, Tenn.


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Platte Bus Facility Mall Bus Charging Stations - Regional Transportation District, Denver


Public Transportation Operating Services & Optional Fleet Maintenance Services - City of Carson City, Nev.


Financial Advisor - Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority, Birmingham, Ala.


Food Services for Intermodal Facility - Birmingham Jefferson County Transit Authority, Birmingham, Ala.


On-Call Zero Emissions Bus Consulting Services - Livermore Amador Valley Transit Authority, Livermore, Calif.


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Transit Oriented Development - National Transit Institute, New Brunswick, N.J


Downtown MetroRail Station Engineering Design Services - Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Austin, Texas 


Parking Lot Expansion - Lakeline Station/Park & Ride - Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Austin, Texas

Telecom Services Audit - Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Austin, Texas


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Bus Shelter Glass - Pierce Transit, Lakewood, Wash.


Option of up to Nine (9) each Allison Energy Storage System (ESS) Refresh Kits - Regional Transportation District, Denver


Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System - Fort Worth Transportation Authority, Fort Worth, Texas


Avaya Phone System Upgrade & Support - Regional Transportation District, Denver


Actuarial Consulting Services for Healthcare and Cafeteria Plan - VIA Metropolitan Transit, San Antonio


Media Buying Services - Regional Transportation District, Denver


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Facility Needs and Site Assessment Study - Blue Water Area Transit, Port Huron, Mich.

 
Green Line Communication Upgrades - San Diego Metropolitan Transit System, San Diego
 

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Large Format Digital/Screen Printing - Regional Transportation District, Denver


Heavy Duty Towing Service - VIA Metropolitan Transit, San Antonio


Refurbishment of Fourteen (14) Gillig, Model Year 2003 Low Floor Transit Buses - City of Modesto, Calif.


Nuts, Bolts and Washers - Connect Transit, Normal, Ill.


50th Street Station Design Services - Valley Metro Rail, Inc., Phoenix


Pay Telephone Services - VIA Metropolitan Transit, San Antonio


Bus Glass - VIA Metropolitan Transit, San Antonio


Design/Build New Passenger Ferry Vessel - New Orleans Regional Transit Authority, New Orleans


Sale of Surplus Equipment - Transit Authority of Northern Kentucky, Fort Wright, Ky.


Westminster Garage Emergency Telephones (ETELs) and Closed Circuit TV Cameras (CCTVs) - Regional Transportation District, Denver


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Window Replacement - Maintenance Garage Facility, VIA Metropolitan Transit, San Antonio


Bus Cosmetic Rehab - Long Beach Transit, Long Beach, Calif.


Telephone Information Center (TIC) Software Replacement and Enhancement - Regional Transportation District, Denver


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Rail Rolling Stock Inspection and Audit Services - Valley Metro Rail, Inc., Phoenix

 

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