Valley Rail Program

“We appreciate the efforts of the Oregon Legislature to assemble a package that balances funding for all modes of transportation,” TriMet reported April 17. “However, the amount of funding for public transit currently being proposed is not enough to avoid service cuts.” (TriMet Photograph)

Transit Briefs: TriMet, NJT, SJJPA

Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon (TriMet) warns of service cuts without increased state funding. Also, New Jersey Transit (NJT) debuts a new fare card; and the San Joaquin Joint Powers Authority (SJJPA) Board approves a new brand name for its intercity passenger rail service.