The Stand and Serve Central Corridor Initiative (SSCCI) is one of those things that makes communities stronger and makes people want to get involved. Peer Solutions is an Arizona-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization helping to bring awareness to this campaign. “This is a youth-led and youth-facilitated coalition of organizations, schools, students, families and community members committed […]
Light Rail Parking – Not ideal for some business owners
When it comes to light rail parking, most people think of the Park and Ride lots and maybe the effect its had on different types of riders. But I recently received a call asking me to come see how a "parked" light rail car was blocking the view of a business on Main Street in Mesa. It turns out that […]
Attn: Light Rail Business Owners – First Opportunity of Many
The first Light Rail Scavenger Hunt is on the way! Sponsored by Barrett, the Honors College at ASU, the Party features groups of students, faculty and staff as they make their way through Mesa, Tempe and Phoenix via the light rail line in search of a list of specific items. Hosted by Barrett, “The Barrett […]
Help Celebrate this historic day – Show us your pictures!
If you are heading out the the Metro Light Rail Grand Opening Celebrations today, don't forget to take some pictures to share with people! If you have a "Flickr" account, you can add them to our "Phoenix Light Rail" group for all to see. Help celebrate the day with us and to share the excitement […]
Latest news from METRO – Grand Opening Updates
This updated news release came to us today from METRO light rail concerning Saturday's festivities. Some minor changes, bolding and a few links were added by Rail Life. The "big day" is near! We hope you plan to be part of the festivities. Don't forget to read our "what to expect" post and to read the blog for […]
More on Mesa Light Rail Grand Opening Celebrations
Mesa is kicking off the grand opening of the Light Rail line with a large celebration titled "It All Starts Here" located at the Sycamore / Main Street Station and Park and Ride lot. The event is sponsored by SRP and the Mesa Convention and Visitors Bureau. There will be a ceremony at 9:40 a.m. where Mesa Mayor […]
Valley Metro LINK extending free rides
Last month, we talked about the new "Valley Metro LINK" service from Mesa. This is a rapid bus service that runs from Superstition Springs and connects or "links" with the Light Rail line at the Main / Sycamore street station. This service is very interesting to me in several ways. One reason is because I […]
Big Transit Changes for METRO
Light Rail is coming to Phoenix and we are less than 30 days away! Here is some great information to be aware of… Phoenix, AZ(Dec. 1, 2008) The upcoming changes to Valley Metro bus service are extensive and varied, so passengers need to be on the lookout in late December for impacts to their regular bus routes. […]
Mesa to LINK up with Light Rail
Valley Metro LINK is a new state-of-the-art service that will carry East Valley passengers from as far East as the Superstition Springs park and ride lot near Power Road and the US60 freeway. A map of the LINK system shows the route running from Superstition Springs heading North on Power to Main Street where it will […]
More Mesa Light Rail and Transit information
Here is a recent news release from Metro concerning Mesa Light Rail, free food, and a new bus system. Be sure to come say "hi" to us as we try some of their free pancakes, donate some food to United Food Bank and explore how this new service can help people in the East Valley utilize […]