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Vice President, Communications & Marketing @APTA_Info @APTA_Transit. Formerly @nardotrealtor. Proud grad @williamandmary @georgetownprcc

 Washington, D.C.
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💙Safer transit takes training, technology & strong partnerships. Today, we highlighted our partnership with @SNHDinfo, which has helped save 19 lives since July through Narcan response. We also shared encouraging news: assaults on transit operators dropped nearly 29% last year.
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We broke ground Monday on the East San Fernando Valley Light Rail Project! The 6.7-mile light rail line will serve 11 stations on Van Nuys Blvd between the G Line in Van Nuys, Panorama City, Arleta and San Fernando Road in Pacoima. (more)
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Fate Of Bay Area Public Transit Hinges On Regional Transit Measure sfgate.com/news/bayarea/arti…

Regional: Fate Of Bay Area Public Transit Hinges On Regional Transit Measure

On Nov. 3, voters in five Bay Area counties will vote on a regional sales tax measure that, if it fails, could prompt local transit agencies to close train stations and cut bus service.

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In Nevada, @RTCSNV is using AI-powered threat detection and proactive security support to help move public transit safety forward. #ThatsTransit Learn how we’re moving safety forward at apta.com/MovingSafetyForward
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More people are choosing #publictransit in Pittsburgh, with ridership reaching its highest level in six years. That's a reminder that strong transit systems are essential to thriving communities. Now is the time to use our #Voices4Transit to advocate for investing in the services riders depend on every day. Read more: usatoday.com/story/news/2026…

Pittsburgh transit ridership reaches six-year high as advocates push improvements

Pittsburgh Regional Transit has reached its highest ridership level in six years. Advocates say the next step is turning that momentum into better service and reliable funding.

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New report finds SF public transit helps families save thousands of dollars per year sfexaminer.com/news/transit/… via @sfexaminer

New report: SF Transit saves families thousands

Personal cost of car ownership continues to climb due to external circumstances.

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Every election is an opportunity to raise our voices in support of #publictransit! As #Voices4Transit heads to the polls in 2026, don’t forget to vote with public transit in mind. Learn about the candidates and issues on your ballot, make your voting plan, and find voter resources at vote.gov/.
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Photographer Christopher Payne spent years inside the factories across the United States that maintain and build NYC’s subway cars in Nebraska, buses in Minnesota, and locomotives in California. Now his work is on display across New York. (1/3)
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Smarter solutions, safer public transit! Using AI-powered bus cameras, @RideSacRT is enhancing safety for riders and operators while improving the rider experience—showing how public transit agencies are innovating to better serve communities. Read more: aptapassengertransport.com/h…

How SacRT Harnesses AI Technology Daily - Passenger Transport

At Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT), the brave new world of artificial intelligence is no longer just a future possibility. AI is a tool we use daily to improve rider safety, keep our...

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A glimpse inside the painstaking process of bringing a subway car to life fastcompany.com/91624647/chr…

A glimpse inside the painstaking process of bringing a subway car to life

The photographer Christopher Payne spent years inside the factories that build and maintain NYC’s subway cars. Now his work is on display across the city.

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Behind every successful mega-event is a winning team. During the @FIFAWorldCup, public transit agencies & their partners worked together to keep people moving & set new ridership records. At APTA TRANSform & EXPO, leaders from host cities talked about their lessons learned. (1/2
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Federal funding cuts in the Continuing Resolution are putting public transportation projects, maintenance work, and reliable service at risk. Congress must restore these investments and keep America on track. @TransportGOP @TransportDems Learn more: apta.com/advocacy-material/c…
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APTA returned to Chicago—the site of its first #aptaEXPO in 1981—to welcome nearly 14,000 attendees, 700 exhibitors, and 30 news outlets to the 2026 TRANSform & EXPO, October 4-7. See more in our highlights video!
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How Metro Turned L’Enfant Plaza Into a ‘Laboratory’ washingtonsun.com/metro/metr… @wmata

How Metro Turned L’Enfant Plaza Into a ‘Laboratory’

Metro uses the station as a testing ground for new wayfinding tools. Are they working?

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APTA concluded its 2026 TRANSform & #aptaEXPO, held Oct. 4–7, at Chicago @McCormick_Place. The event featured ~700 exhibitors and drew 13,700 attendees, including public transit leaders, private-sector partners, policymakers, and international delegations. apta.com/press-release/apta-…
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Did you know Metro is the second-busiest heavy rail rapid transit system in the United States? 🚇 Every day, Metro helps connect the region to work, school, sports, entertainment, and more, and provides a convenient way to get there while avoiding traffic, rideshare costs, and heavy parking fees. Next time you’re heading out, join the millions who choose Metro!
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Transit Leaders Discuss World Cup Cost, Lessons, and Keys to Success aptapassengertransport.com/t… #aptaEXPO @MARTAtransit @metrolosangeles @TransLink @TrinityMetro @wsp @NJTRANSIT

Transit Leaders Discuss World Cup Cost, Lessons, and Keys to Success - Passenger Transport

The experiences of six public transit agencies providing record-breaking World Cup service may have differed based on agency size and operating environment, but their central message was the same: no...

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Battery-powered trains coming to Chicago: a first look utilitydive.com/news/stadler… #aptaEXPO @Metra

Battery-powered trains coming to Chicago: a first look

Commuter rail systems like Chicago's Metra are exploring battery-electric trains to increase service while reducing diesel exhaust pollution and noise.

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The future of public transit starts with the next generation of leaders. APTA's student membership program is helping students build connections, explore career opportunities, and prepare for careers that will strengthen #publictransit for years to come. Read the full story: aptapassengertransport.com/m…

Making Room for Tomorrow’s Leaders - Passenger Transport

APTA Student Membership Sees Strong Growth APTA’s growing student membership now has more than 250 members in both undergraduate and graduate programs representing more than 90 universities located...

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Check out five new #TCRP studies with practical approaches to improving public transportation, including: 1. Transit to airports 2. A guide to Buy America requirements for transit agencies 3. Providing better info to people with low vision ... (1/2)
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