As you probably know, Metro is allowing everyone to ride the light rail for free from the day of the Grand Opening celebrations through New Year's Eve. People are encouraged to come experience the system, learn how to ride and how light rail can be integrated into their schedules. METRO light rail will offer five free-ride days […]
Rail Life hats and Commemorative shirts arrive!
I guess you could say that we are pretty excited for the Grand Opening celebrations scheduled for next Saturday the 27th. This morning, I was able to attend a meeting with METRO to hear some more details about some really cool events leading up to the Grand Opening Celebrations. (more on that soon!) As I […]
When riding light rail, use common sense
Today, METRO issued a reminder for people when riding the new light rail line. Basically, it looks like they want everyone to be aware of the rules since there will be a lot of people using public transportation for the first time. As typical, most rules are things that many would consider as common sense items. […]
Light Rail Grand Opening Celebrations – What To Expect
After years of waiting, the Grand Opening Celebrations for the new Phoenix Light Rail system are nearly upon us. The first public light rail trains will begin carrying passengers at 10am on December 27th. Each of the 28 stations will be open and operational with large celebrations planned fpr 9 of the stations. All light […]
Purchasing a Light Rail Pass
How much does it cost to ride light rail? That is a question we get asked, a lot… For the new light rail system that opens in December, paying for a pass looks pretty simple. In fact, you have several options and all of them look simple. Purchasing a "single ride" or an "all day" pass will probably […]
Public opportunity to ride light rail December 13th!
Would you like a chance ride the light rail prior to the Grand Opening on December 27th? Many people have asked me how they can get a chance to ride the trains before opening day and this just might be the chance you are waiting for. On Saturday, December 13th, Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon is inviting people […]
Should Valley Metro increase transit fares?
Valley Metro will be giving us the opportunity to voice an opinion on the proposed changes to the fare structure for bus and METRO light rail services. This is an important process which could have an effect on the new light rail system within it's first year of operation. From what I can tell, there is […]
Learn about METRO’s Tempe South corridor expansion!
Metro is once again having public meetings to discuss the future expansion of transit in the South Tempe area. These meetings are very informative and give the public a chance to voice their opinion, learn about happenings in their community and have a say in the process. The last round of meetings were very interesting […]
1st METRO accident is big news
Thankfully, it appears there were no serious injuries resulting from todays accident involving an Oldsmobile and a light rail car. Unfortunately, this is probably the first of what will be many crashes concerning people and these light rail cars. Public awareness and safety campaigns from Metro can only do so much. The cars are very […]
Metro’s Hillary Foose talks Light Rail Safety and Etiquette
Metro’s Hillary Foose was kind enough to speak to us about some more safety and etiquette tips to think about when riding the light rail line. We have tried to keep you informed about light rail safety but it is great to have someone like Hillary to give us some more valuable information. Thanks Hillary! Some […]