By Lyle V. Harris Cheryl Lynn King was a bona fide transit champion in metro Atlanta way before it was trendy. Twelve years ago, her professionalism, pragmatism, and passion helped forge a visionary blueprint to connect the sprawling region with a seamless network of buses, trains, and streetcars. Insiders say that one of the notable […]
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MARTA HOLIDAY BUS A FAVORITE AT THE CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS PARADE
The Metropolitan Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) was proud to participate in the recent Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Christmas Parade for the sixth year in a row, marking the official beginning of the holiday season in Atlanta. The parade is the largest of its type in the southeast and featured floats, marching bands, and the MARTA […]
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MARTA BUS OPERATOR RECOGNIZED FOR BRAVERY
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) bus operator Winston Douglas was recently recognized for saving a woman’s life while on his route. On Sept. 9, Douglas was driving his route on Ormond Street in southwest Atlanta when he saw a man attacking a woman. Douglas parked the bus, grabbed a stick from the ground outside, […]
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MARTA HOLDS SUPER BOWL PEP RALLY FOR EMPLOYEES
The Metropolitan Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) held a pep rally on Friday Oct. 26 to mark 100 days until the start of Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta! Former Atlanta Falcon Michael Haynes, the Falcons cheerleaders, and mascot Freddie Falcon joined MARTA employees at headquarters to have lunch, play games, and get excited about MARTA’s role […]
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MARTA POLICE HOLD FULL-SCALE EXERCISE IN PREPARATION FOR SUPER BOWL LIII
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Police Department (MPD) held the region’s largest emergency preparedness exercise overnight on Oct. 27 at Dome Station (which services Mercedes-Benz Stadium and State Farm Arena). The full-scale exercise simulated a crisis scenario complete with explosions, smoke, and actors to help create a realistic setting for first responders. The […]
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MARTA ANNOUNCES SERVICE PLAN FOR SUPER BOWL LIII
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) will have extended rail and bus service hours during the ten-day period surrounding Super Bowl LIII. MARTA General Manager & CEO Jeffrey Parker announced the plan during a Super Bowl preparedness media event held at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Friday, Oct. 19. Mr. Parker was joined by Atlanta Police […]
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MARTA TO PARTICIPATE IN SUPER BOWL PREPAREDNESS MEDIA EVENT
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) will participate in a Super Bowl preparedness media event this Friday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. until 11 a.m. at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms will kick off the media event that features two panels of guests who will speak to the readiness of the city […]
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MARTA BOARD APPROVES HISTORIC TRANSIT EXPANSION
More MARTA Atlanta Investment Largest in 40 + Years The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority’s (MARTA) Board of Directors made history last Thursday by unanimously approving the More MARTA Atlanta program which represents the region’s largest transit investment in more than four decades. “In Atlanta in the 21st century, transit is the lifeblood of opportunity,” […]
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MARTA OPENS FRESH MARTA MARKET AT BANKHEAD STATION
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) recently opened it’s fifth Fresh MARTA Market at Bankhead Station, located at 1335 Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway in Atlanta. Initially launched in 2015, Fresh MARTA Markets provide nutritious, affordable, locally-sourced produce in neighborhoods considered “food deserts” or areas where the availability of fresh food is limited. “We realize […]
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MARTA POLICE CHIEF WANDA Y. DUNHAM PROMOTED
New Role Expands Operational & Personnel Responsibilities The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) has promoted Chief Wanda Y. Dunham from Assistant General Manager of Police and Emergency Management to Chief of System Safety, Security, and Emergency Management/Police Chief. “I have had the privilege of serving the customers of MARTA for the last 30 years. […]
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MARTA APPROVES CONTRACT WITH GWINNETT COUNTY
Next Step is County Referendum in March 2019 The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Board of Directors has approved a contract to extend bus, rail, and Mobility services into Gwinnett County, an important step before a decisive countywide ballot referendum scheduled for March 2019. “This vote is another step in fulfilling the dream of […]
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READY FOR MORE? MARTA WANTS TO KNOW
MARTA Riders Encouraged to Provide Feedback on Proposed More MARTA Atlanta Projects More MARTA Atlanta, a partnership between MARTA and the City of Atlanta, is blitzing the city to make a final push to engage and hear from MARTA riders regarding the More MARTA Atlanta proposed project list. On Wednesday, Aug. 22 from 2 – 6 […]
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Atlanta City Council Members Host More MARTA Atlanta Community Forums
City of Atlanta Residents Urged to Learn About Proposed More MARTA Atlanta Projects, Provide Feedback Atlanta City Council members are hosting community forums to educate residents and city stakeholders about the More MARTA Atlanta program and receive feedback on the proposed project list. Public input has been central to the More MARTA Atlanta program since its […]
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MARTA and DeKalb County invite the public to review the vision for a more livable, walkable, transit‐friendly DeKalb
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) and DeKalb County invite residents to attend open houses this month where they can review stations plans for the I-20 East Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Strategic Plan. These plans are based on visions created at the last round of public workshops in April. The open houses are an […]
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MARTA REDUCES DEBT COST AND VARIABLE RATE EXPOSURE
Authority Reduces Variable Rate Debt by Almost $60 Million The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Board of Directors voted to approve a refunding of $176.8 million of variable rate bonds replaced with fixed rate bonds and a new issue of $117.5 million of variable rate debt. MARTA General Manager & CEO Jeffrey Parker announced, […]
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MARTA GENERAL MANAGER AND POLICE CHIEF TAKE INAUGURAL ATLANTA STREETCAR RIDE
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) General Manager & CEO Jeffrey A. Parker and Chief of Police Wanda Y. Dunham took an inaugural ride on the Atlanta Streetcar after the Authority assumed operations this month. Mr. Parker and Chief Dunham spoke with those onboard, including members of a group from Denver who were using the streetcar […]
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MARTA TO MAINTAIN $1 ATLANTA STREETCAR FARE POLICY
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) will maintain the $1 fare to ride the Atlanta Streetcar. MARTA assumed ownership and day-to-day operations of the streetcar on Sunday, July 1. The four-car light rail system will be part of MARTA’s new Office of Light Rail Operations. This office will handle daily operations, maintenance, and technical […]
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MARTA HELPS BRING CHILDREN’S BOOK TO LIFE
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) recently partnered with Page Turners Make Great Learners to provide an interactive reading experience for kindergarten students. Author and Newbery Award winner, Matt de la Pena, traveled from his hometown of Brooklyn, New York to Atlanta to narrate his book, Last Stop on Market Street. The story takes place […]
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MARTA HOSTS ANNUAL DEVELOPMENT DAY
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) recently hosted its annual Development Day at the Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC). The event, sponsored by MARTA’s Office of Transit Oriented Development (TOD) and Real Estate, featured a legislative update from MARTA Board of Directors Chairman Robert L. Ashe. MARTA General Manager & CEO Jeffrey Parker provided an […]
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MARTA GENERAL MANAGER DISCUSSES IMPORTANCE OF TRANSIT SYSTEM MODERNIZATION
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) General Manager, Jeffrey A. Parker, recently participated in a discussion about the impact of failing to modernize public transit systems, organized by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA). APTA President Paul P. Skoutelas moderated the discussion that included Parker and leaders from the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Southeastern Pennsylvania […]
