Mistakes, large and small, are made every day. How we react to them is always an important step in improving our lives. Questions about the light rail fare structure and fare enforcement continue to create confusion. Sean Holstege’s article on fare enforcement, or lack thereof, in today’s paper has caused quite a reaction. Several very […]
Light Rail Station – 24th and Jefferson
The light rail station at 24th street and Jefferson in Phoenix is the last East bound station where the line “splits” heading to the East Valley. It is our opinion that this area along Washington will see a LOT of changes as people decide to develop and move closer to the light rail line. Many […]
It’s a social thing, ya’ll
As we head into a holiday weekend and I begin to pack for a fun-filled trip with the family, I find myself thinking of some of the big light rail news from this past week. (Shocking, right?) Most of the big news has a direct relationship with fun… Basically, the large Metro ridership numbers that […]
Metro extending weekend light rail hours
METRO Board approves weekend service extension: PHOENIX — The METRO Board of Directors approved a measure that will extend METRO’s service hours on Friday night/Saturday morning and Saturday night/Sunday morning until past 2 a.m. The measure was brought before the Board as result of both passenger feedback and input from businesses along the line. Beginning […]
Design review meeting for Metro Northwest Extension park-and-ride
More information will soon be available concerning the design of the Park and Ride lot at the upcoming Northwest Extension of the Phoenix light rail line. As I mentioned in the past, there is still discussion of how the park and ride lot will be built. I have heard of a covered "garage" type structure […]
Metro Light Rail Frequently Asked Questions
Many people come here with questions on how to use Metro’s Light Rail system. While we are NOT associated with Metro, we do try to find answers to the most frequently asked questions we receive. We will do our best to update the information as needed. However, if there is a mistake or if there […]
Light Rail Station – 38th and Washington
The light rail station at 38th street and Washington is also known as the Gateway Community College station. Like ASU students, the students at Gateway Community College find light rail to be a great way to get to school. Other than the school, the area is mainly surrounded by commercial development, there is also a […]
Radiate Phoenix talking light rail this month!
Many of my friends know that I think the people at Radiate Phoenix are about as cool as it gets. Not just the organizers ( they are very cool) but the people who attend the meetings. I have made some good friends and some great connections by attending these monthly networking meetings when ever possible. […]
METRO 5/13 service plan for ASU Commencement and Diamondbacks game
METRO will run all available trains to service ASU Commencement goers, Arizona Diamondbacks’ fans and light rail commuters on Wednesday, May 13. While system capacity will be maximized, passengers should expect crowds on board the trains and at METRO park-and-rides and delays. METRO requests that passengers be patient, plan ahead and give themselves more time […]
Light Rail Station – 44th and Washington
The light rail station at 44th street and Washington is also known as the airport station. We will see a lot of changes to this are once the new Sky Train system to Sky Harbor opens. Near by, you will find a lot of commercial buildings, hotels and the Chinese Cultural Center with many unique […]