Federal Transit Administration

Blacksburg Transit's new transit center is now open, consolidating 3 bus systems and a bike hub in a centralized location on Virginia Tech's campus in southwest Virginia. The facility offers: 🚌 17 bus bays connecting riders to service throughout the New River Valley region via Blacksburg Transit, Smartway Bus and Virginia Breeze Bus 🚲 The Hokie Bike Hub and dedicated bike lanes 🏢 A 13,000 sq. ft. climate-controlled waiting area 🌐 Campus-wide connectivity through Virginia Tech’s Infinite Loop The center, funded in part with $29 million from FTA, makes it easier for students, staff and community members to #TakeTransit throughout campus and beyond.

Happy 10th Birthday to CTtransit's CTfastrak! Since opening on March 28, 2015, the 9.4-mile bus rapid transit line has provided 26 million rides, connecting Hartford and New Britain, CT with fast, reliable transit. Recognized as the #1 BRT system in the US by the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy, CTfastrak has driven $295 million in private development, bringing new housing, shopping and dining options to communities along the line. FTA supported the transformative BRT system with a $454.6 million capital grant, helping expand transit access and economic growth in the region. bit.ly/3DMaDDH

⚾ It’s #OpeningDay! Heading to the ballpark? #TakeTransit to skip the traffic and parking fees and enjoy a stress-free start to the season. Here’s how to get to 4 home games in MLB cities: 🚇 DC – Washington Nationals & Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) Take the Green Line to Navy Yard–Ballpark Station—just a block from Nationals Park. 🚊 Minneapolis – Minnesota Twins & Metro Transit Hop on the METRO Blue or Green Line or Northstar Rail—Target Field Station is built right into the ballpark. 🚎 San Diego – San Diego Padres & San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) Take the MTS Trolley (Green or Orange Line) to Gaslamp Quarter or 12th & Imperial—steps from Petco Park. 🚌 Los Angeles – Los Angeles Dodgers & Los Angeles Metro Catch the Dodger Stadium Express from Union Station or the South Bay. It’s free with your game ticket! However you cheer, get there the smart way—by transit. 

Good news for students in Chatham County, GA. Chatham Area Transit Authority (CAT) and Savannah-Chatham County Public School System are partnering to provide free bus rides to K-12 students through a student pass program, making transit more accessible for young riders. In addition to helping students get to school, home, and activities, the program supports families and sets the stage for a new generation of transit fans. 

FTA recently hosted its annual Drug & Alcohol Program National Conference. Sessions covered: ✅ Training for new Drug & Alcohol program managers ✅ Updates on Drug and Alcohol policy and compliance ✅ Information on DOT oral fluid testing ✅ Best practices for maintaining program compliance Stay up to date on transit safety: tinyurl.com/53fau4cs

Minnesota’s first bus rapid transit line to operate mainly in bus-only lanes has arrived. Last weekend, Metro Transit’s Gold Line began service, providing a faster, more reliable connection between downtown City of Saint Paul and City of Woodbury, Minnesota. Supported by nearly $250 million from FTA, the 10-mile BRT route features on-demand station heating, frequent service and level boarding for easy access. With dedicated lanes allowing buses to avoid traffic, the Gold Line is a game-changer for transit in the Twin Cities. But it’s more than just a transportation upgrade—it’s an economic driver, with over 90,000 jobs located within a half-mile of its stations, helping attract businesses and boost growth. 

Congratulations to the Jacksonville Transportation Authority on the grand opening of a $93 million multifamily development last week—part of the Florida transit agency’s transit-oriented development strategy and one of several TOD projects on the way. With direct access to the First Coast Flyer Blue Line, Kings Avenue Transit Hub and Skyway Station, the project expands housing options near public transportation and makes it easier for people to #TakeTransit throughout the community. bit.ly/41VHe1Z

Transit ridership is surging in the Puget Sound region. Six agencies that use The ORCA Card saw a collective 12% increase in 2024, totaling 151 million rides—a major jump from 2023. With new bus rapid transit lines, light rail expansions and return-to-work orders, public transit is doing some heavy lifting, improving access to jobs, school and life’s activities while reducing traffic congestion and saving commuters money on gas and parking. bit.ly/41XvKvT 🚍🚆

In western Massachusetts, the Berkshire Regional Transit Authority and the Town of Great Barrington are expanding transit services to better serve their rural residents. With $400,000 in federal and state funding, including support from FTA’s Enhanced Mobility Formula Grant Program, BRTA will enhance its paratransit and on-demand transit options for older adults and residents with disabilities in seven surrounding towns. This investment will expand access to daily activities, healthcare and community resources, helping more people #TakeTransit to get where they need to go. bit.ly/4im7UzF

The U.S. Department of Transportation has called on the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to strengthen the safety and security of NYC’s public transportation systems. Secretary Sean Duffy directed the nation’s largest transit agency to document actions and funding that ensure security for all passengers and workers using MTA buses and subways. bit.ly/421VN3M