| Public Transit Gathering Feedback on Proposed Service Changes | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/public-transit/2156 | Public Transit | | 12/1/2021 10:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2156/Public_Transit_Newsroom_47.jpg | | Public Transit Gathering Feedback on Proposed Service Changes | <div class="ExternalClass2E05C955EE7F4ECAB03DD3D393B01BF9"><html>
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<p>Attention public transit riders! Share your thoughts by Dec. 5, 2021 on the proposed service changes for April 2022. Proposed changes include expanding service, increasing frequency and route modifications. </p>
<p>• Route 128—Stapley Dr: Expand weekday service span to 5 a.m.-10 p.m. Improve Saturday and Sunday service span to 6 a.m.-9 p.m. and increase frequency to 30 minutes.</p>
<p>• Avondale ZOOM: Modify route to run along 107th Ave. and Thomas Rd. instead of Lakeshore Dr. and 111th Ave. Change bus stop locations for rider convenience and efficiency.</p>
<p>• Phoenix—MARY Circulator: Extend route along 59th Ave. to run clockwise around Estrella Village via Fillmore St. and Roosevelt St. </p>
<p>• Scottsdale 68th St/Camelback Rd: Extend route along Camelback Rd. to provide service to Indian School Rd. between Miller Rd. and Hayden Rd.<br></p>
<p>Give your comments on these proposed changes now through Dec. 5, 2021. Here are ways you can submit your feedback and view information: </p>
<p>• Taking the online survey: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/PA22WEB" target="_blank">surveymonkey.com/r/PA22WEB</a></p>
<p>• Email: <a href="mailto:input@valleymetro.org?subject=April%20%2722%20proposed%20service%20changes" target="_blank">input@valleymetro.org</a><br></p>
<p>• The public hearing for Proposed April 2022 Service Changes was on November 16, 2021. To view a recording of this meeting, please <a href="https://youtu.be/ud_Zo9Z-YSs" target="_blank">click here</a>.</p>
<p>• To view the Spanish translation of this meeting, <a href="https://youtu.be/iKFh4sNJLYc" target="_blank">click here</a>.<br></p>
<p>For more information visit <a href="https://www.valleymetro.org/maps-schedules/service-changes/april-2021" target="_blank">valleymetro.org/maps-schedules/service-changes/april-2021</a>.<br></p>
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| Federal and Local Leaders Celebrate Light Rail Funding | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/public-transit/2150 | Public Transit | | 11/23/2021 9:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2150/Public_Transit_Newsroom_46.jpg | | Federal and Local Leaders Celebrate Light Rail Funding | <div class="ExternalClass54FA082EDE2441AFA7BB1609B7863679"><html>
<p>Federal and local dignitaries gathered Friday, Nov. 19 to celebrate the signing of a $158 million full funding grant agreement for the Northwest Light Rail Extension Phase II (NWEII). <br></p><p>The extension adds 1.6 miles of track, three stations and a multimodal transit center to the existing 28-mile light rail system. The event culminated an exciting week for transportation with the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act signed into law on Monday. <br></p><p>“This extension is going to enable more people to enjoy safe, fast, frequent and reliable public transportation, and it’s an environmentally-friendly project,” said FTA Administrator Nuria Fernandez. “This connection will tie people to downtown, to Arizona State University and Sky Harbor International Airport—high-activity areas where there is job generation.”<br></p><p>Connecting from the existing end-of-line at 19th Avenue and Dunlap, the extension will provide greater transit access to Phoenix residents west of the I-17 thanks to a new rail-only bridge that will be built over the freeway and the first elevated station. It is expected to serve 5,700 riders each day.<br></p><p>“With the Northwest Extension Phase II, we see a community identifying transportation needs, developing smart solutions, standing up for its values and investing local dollars in these projects.” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “Thanks to this project, communities will now have better and more affordable access to jobs, healthcare, services, downtown and everywhere that Valley Metro reaches.” <br></p><p>“The construction of this light rail connection will serve thousands of daily riders, opening up opportunities for folks to access education and good-paying jobs,” said U.S. Senator Mark Kelly. “That’s how we continue to make the Valley a great place to live and to work. Like the other infrastructure projects we will see in our state, it’s going to put folks back to work.”<br></p><p>“One of the things I’m most proud of from my time as mayor is asking voters to grow our economy with an expansion of light rail into new neighborhoods throughout the city,” said U.S. Representative Greg Stanton. “But even with voter approval, it cannot happen without federal investment. Making this extension a reality is a catalyst for economic and social transformation, connecting the Northwest Valley to economic opportunities, jobs, education, health care, social services and more––in this region and beyond.”<br></p><p>“This extension will power our economy, connecting new parts of the city to educational institutions, employment centers, and a vibrant offering of arts, culture, and sports,” said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego. “Combined with support coming from President Biden’s new infrastructure plan, we will strengthen our multi-modal transit system, reduce greenhouse gasses, and speed towards our climate goals.”<br></p><p>“Transit plays a major role in serving our diverse community and the fastest-growing county in the United States,” said Valley Metro Board Chair and Mesa Councilmember Francisco Heredia. “We will need all transit and transportation solutions on the table as we expect over a million more people to be coming to the Phoenix area in the next 10 years.”<br></p><p>“Our system is relatively young—only 13 years old—but in that time, has changed our communities for the better,” said Valley Metro CEO Scott Smith. “We have seen unprecedented mobility, development and change for the good. Northwest Extension Phase II has a huge impact because of where it is, crossing a boundary between central and west Phoenix, and ending at one of the most exciting and unique redevelopment efforts in the entire country.” <br></p><p>The project’s total cost is $401 million, paid for by the federal Capital Investment Grant, Proposition 400 regional funds and city of Phoenix Transportation 2050 funds. Construction began in September 2020 and the extension is scheduled to begin operating in 2024.</p><p>For more photos of the event, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/valleymetro/albums/72157720177583457">visit the Valley Metro Flickr site</a>.<br></p><p>For more information on Phoenix light rail projects <a target="_blank" href="https://www.valleymetro.org/project">valleymetro.org/project</a>.<br><br></p><p><br><br></p>
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| Light Rail Progress is on Track | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/public-transit/2140 | Public Transit | | 11/16/2021 6:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2140/Public_Transit_Newsroom_45.jpg | https://youtu.be/43z7lhdD1J0 | Light Rail Progress is on Track | <div class="ExternalClass59594261C4CD4BEBB453B2DF002C9517"><html>
<p>Check out this month's Phoenix City Update episode to learn more about the light rail expansion in Phoenix. The episode takes us from northwest to south central Phoenix where light rail projects are making progress. <br><br></p>
<p>Phoenix light rail administrator, Markus Coleman, chats with PHXTV's Deborah Sedillo Dugan about light rail construction, connections and community firsts. </p>
<p>And remember to stay update to date with everything light rail by downloading the Construct VM app. For the latest details on Phoenix light rail projects visit valleymetro.org/project.</p>
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