No traffic deaths in Hoboken for seven years!

Transit Unplugged Weekly News Minute with Julie Gates

The city of Hoboken, New Jersey, has achieved an important milestone. It has been seven years since it has had a traffic death. They credit the success to their Vision Zero program, which has created dedicated spaces for different transportation modes, and added curb extensions to help pedestrians cross the street faster. Source: City of Hoboken.

The U.S Federal Transit Administration announced $9.9 billion in federal formula funding. This will help maintain and operate trains, buses, and ferries. Upgrade stations and tracks, plan new transit corridors, and provide access for seniors and riders with disabilities. Source: U.S. FTA.

And to ensure rider safety, the City of Santa Monica, California is introducing Transit Safety Officers, who will support riders traveling on the Big Blue Bus. Source: Big Blue Bus.