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Austin Monitor
3 months ago
Austin

Cap Metro looks forward to new electric era for city's bike-share system - Austin Monitor

Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority plans to expand its bike-share program in Austin, replacing and expanding 80 MetroBike stations, 1,000 docks, and 800 bicycles.
The agency plans to replace its full bicycle fleet with electric-assist bicycles (e-bikes) and will receive funding from an $11.3 million grant. [ more ]
Austin Monitor
4 months ago
Austin

Cap Metro to increase security guard presence at transit centers, Republic Square - Austin Monitor

Capital Metro's Public Safety Program is based on a three-prong approach including public safety ambassadors, intervention specialists, and transit police. The program is now fully operational and has been effective in providing customer and employee support, conducting security sweeps, and addressing public safety concerns. The Community Intervention Specialist Program focuses on outreach to vulnerable populations and connecting them with resources in the region. [ more ]
Austin Monitor
4 months ago
Austin

Cap Metro conducts partial audit of methods for tracking and reporting greenhouse gas emissions - Austin Monitor

Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority aims to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040.
Capital Metro partnered with University of Texas graduate students to audit its greenhouse gas emissions tracking and reporting methods. [ more ]
Austin Monitor
5 months ago
Austin

Cap Metro settles with city on East Austin real estate deal that paves the way for wastewater project - Austin Monitor

The Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority is selling a piece of land in East Austin to the city for an odor control facility.
The city's wastewater improvement project is expected to begin in 2024 and conclude in 2025. [ more ]
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