It still amazes me how many people don’t “get” social networking or understand how well a message can be conveyed online. For those people still living in a cave, I would say “Twestival” probably isn’t for you. BUT, if you want to be a part of a cool charity being promoted all over the world […]
Light Rail “Off The Table” In Tempe
Recently, I attended a transportation committee meeting with the Tempe Chamber of Commerce where Wulf Grote, Metro’s Director of Project Development, gave us an overview of the Tempe South Alternatives Analysis. During the meeting, Mr. Grote mentioned that light rail is no longer an option as part of the analysis of the Tempe South Extension. […]
METRO Rider Characteristics Survey
Survey reveals METRO rider characteristics: PHOENIX — Thirty-five percent of METRO riders surveyed are new to transit. Forty percent use light rail to travel between home and a destination other than work, such as attending special events, enjoying a night out with friends or running errands. These and other key insights were revealed from a […]
Another Busy Week – Light Rail Style
Looks like there are a ton of cool things to do along the line over the next few weeks. I’m sure that trend will continue, but I thought I’d mention a few fun things coming up in Tempe for this week. Next week, I’ll fill you in on some of the cool stuff happening in […]
Metro Light Rail Adopt A Station Program
This morning, Metro announced details of the new “Adopt A Station” program that is available to business owners along the light rail line. I had a chance to speak with Marty McNeil from Metro and was given the following bullet points for Metro’s Adopt A Station program. 1: Open to business adjacent to the station […]
ASU 2009 Fall Semester begins
Welcome back ASU students of the Phoenix and Tempe campuses! If traveling between Phoenix and Tempe or if you just want to go out and have some fun, don’t forget to purchase your U-Pass! It has been fun watching the commotion of thousands of you moving in to your new homes the past week or […]
METRO Light Rail ridership numbers July 09’
PHOENIX — METRO light rail ridership totaled 750,551 boardings in July 2009. The average weekday ridership was 26,554, average Saturday ridership was 22,650 and average Sunday and holiday ridership was 15,151. METRO provided service for the first time to patrons of July 4th events along the line. METRO served a total of 32,450 riders on […]
Transit Ridership Exceeds 71 million Passengers
Phoenix, AZ (Aug. 7, 2009) An increase of 15 percent over the previous year is a good thing when talking about bus and light rail ridership. Transit ridership, which is measured annually from July to June, indicates that more than 71 million passengers boarded a Valley Metro bus or light rail train to get to […]
ASU students carry U-Pass for Metro Light Rail
Riding light rail between the Tempe and Phoenix campuses of ASU is pretty darn convenient. In fact, it is just about door to door service. While riding Metro light Rail or Valley Metro Bus, students can use their “U-Pass” to enjoy discounted fares. Un-like last year, the service will now cost $40.00 per semester for […]
Use it or lose it – Time to pay attention
Without a doubt, the first weekend of our extended light rail hours was a huge success. But, that was easy. First Fridays and the fourth of July always expect to see large crowds of people utilizing the system. As we past our first non holiday weekend without any major events, many people are wondering how […]