A while back, METRO introduced “Valley Metro Notes” where they asked local bands to write and record their own songs about transit. The NOTES campaign launched in November 2010 with six local bands that wrote 11 songs about how to use public transportation. Valley Metro is releasing the songs through the Fall of 2011. Participating […]
Party Time – New East Valley LINK to Light Rail
Ceremony Officially Opens Expanded LINK service in Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa January 19 ribbon cutting at Chandler’s artist designed station Phoenix, AZ (Jan. 10) Please join Valley Metro, along with city and town partners, in the official opening of a new LINK bus service along Arizona Avenue and Country Club Drive. When: Wednesday, January 19, 2011 […]
Metro light rail ridership numbers – December 2010
While November 2010 boardings were over the 1 million mark, December came in at 959,340 boardings to end the year. For the month of December 2010, light rail ridership numbers prove once again that ASU students are a big part of the numbers. The boardings are down when school is out. Even the large number […]
Metro Service Changes Coming – Here’s The Scoop
New Transit Book Provides Details for January 24 Service Changes Go online now for latest update: Phoenix, AZ (Jan. 6, 2011) Transit passengers should check with Valley Metro before making any trips on Monday, January 24. “There are several good ways to check on your bus or light rail schedule: website, Transit Book, mobile phone […]
METRO Releases 2010 List Of Milestones
METRO 2010 milestones PHOENIX, AZ — METRO light rail served more than 12.6 million riders in 2010, 11percent more than in 2009. On average, 39,335 riders traveled using light rail on weekdays, 29,329 on Saturdays and 19,170 on Sundays/holidays. “It’s been another incredible year for METRO,” said CEO Steve Banta. “Riders continue to use our […]
Project Update: Mesa Light Rail Extension
Project status: In August 2010, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) approved the Central Mesa Light Rail Extension into Project Development which marks the first step in receiving federal project approval and ultimately federal funds to build the 3.1-mile extension on Main Street from Sycamore to Mesa Drive. With this approval, METRO was able to begin […]
It’s Party Time – Happy New Year!
Well, 2010 is just about ready for the history books. For some, that is pretty good news. For many, reflecting back on a year of successes is a joyous occasion. So, what are the big plans for New Year’s Eve in Arizona? I’d have to say that much of the excitement will be found along […]
METRO Holiday Schedule – Pay Attention!
As a reminder, the METRO holiday schedule has some changes that you might want to be aware of. During the holidays, METRO will add some additional service during peak times and will be cutting back some service, as well. Normal METRO light rail hours of operation are in effect most of the time. From METRO […]
CityScape New Years Eve – A Rockin’ Good Time
New Year’s Eve at CityScape is sure to be a good time. Live music, great food, ice skating and plenty of cheer! The first annual CityScape New Year’s Eve bash opens it’s doors at 7pm. Check out this info: Schedule of Events CityScape Doors Open 7 PM Beer, Wine-Spirits and Champagne Stations Open Food Booths […]
METRO Serving Insight Bowl and New Year’s Eve Patrons With Added Service
For the tens of thousands of riders expected to ride the light rail to and from the Insight Bowl on December 28th or the big parties at CityScape, local hotels or the Tempe Block Party on New Year’s Eve, METRO will be running at a higher than normal capacity. That’s good news as the trains […]