The Phoenix
Public Transit Department sponsors these shows, which provide
periodic updates on what's going on in the Valley regarding mass transit.
Transit
Now #27
Marisa Maggio Harrelson hosts this latest edition of Transit
Now! This show typically looks at various aspects of the city's transportation
system. But on this Transit Now!, we'll take a closer look at the new
bus to Light Rail routes.
Transit
Now #26
Marisa Maggio Harrelson hosts this latest edition of Transit
Now! This show typically looks at various aspects of the city's transportation
system. But on this Transit Now!, we'll take a closer look at the new
downtown DASH routes.
Transit Now
#25
Marisa Maggio Harrelson hosts this edition of Transit Now!
This show typically looks at various aspects of the city's transportation
system. But on this Transit Now!, we'll take a closer look at air
pollution. There are two major types…ozone and dust
Transit Now
#24
Marisa Maggio Harrelson talks about the new and improved security
provided by the Phoenix Police Transit Bureau… See Transit Bureau police
officers and police assistants patrol and the new to fight graffiti
on Phoenix buses…and what you can do to help
Transit Now
#23
After more than a decade of the same fares, the cost of riding the bus
is going up to help keep up with rising gas prices and bus operations
issues. Knowing how to get the most from your money may result in more
options and greater use of public transit for many passengers.
Transit Now
#22
This edition of Transit Now highlights the launch of the most changes
for transit since the voter approved Transit 2000 initiative. These
include expanded services, new routes, neighborhood circulators, and
new Dial-A-Ride vans.
Transit Now
#20
Each day, 254 buses move through the Transit Maintenance Facility. Oil
changes are every 3,000 miles so that means a bus gets fresh oil every
3 weeks. After engine and brakes service, the staff at the facility
check the upholstery, bike racks, wiper blades and a lot more. To find
out about bus service in your neighborhood, call Valley Metro at 602-253-5000
or use the Trip Planner at http://www.valleymetro.org/Bus/
Transit Now
#19
This latest show features stories on bike transportation rules of the
road for cyclists on surface streets. Also, meet a man who commutes
to downtown Phoenix via bike and get some helmet safety tips from the
staff at St. Joseph's Hospital.
Transit
Now #18
This show in the series features Marisa Maggio Harelson and guests
reviewing what's new in transit since the Transit 2000 initiative was passed in
March of 2000. Transit
Now #17
This episode highlights how Phoenix is helping businesses,
pedestrians, traffic and bus passengers navigate through the light rail construction.
Also, find out how to save money with the unique Metro Max Discount
card.
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