Brandon Lewis

Cleveland

Associate Editor at Mass Transit Magazine

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New York City’s FY26 enacted budget includes investments in public transit

3 days ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has signed the state’s fiscal year (FY) 2026 enacted budget that includes investments in New York City’s public transportation system, statewide transit and state and local roads and bridges. “No matter how they choose to travel, New Yorkers deserve a transportation network they can trust,” said Gov. Hochul.
People on the move: Denver RTD, Lawrence Transit, L.A. Metro, NCTD, SJJRC

6 days ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

The Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD), city of Lawrence, Kan., Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (L.A. Metro), North County Transit District (NCTD) and San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) have made new appointments to their respective leadership teams. Denver RTD selects next CFO Denver RTD has selected Kelly Mackey as the agency’s next CFO.
People on the move: AC Transit, Santa Clara VTA

1 week ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District (AC Transit) and Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) have made new appointments to their respective leadership teams. AC Transit appoints new general manager (GM) and CEO The AC Transit Board of Directors has appointed Salvador “Sal” Llamas as its new GM and CEO.
Brightline, CTDOT enhance passenger experience with upgraded internet access on rail systems

2 weeks ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

Brightline and the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) have upgraded the passenger experience with enhanced internet access on its rail systems. Brightline brings advanced motorsport-inspired technology to passenger rail Brightline has partnered with McLaren Applied to bring advanced motorsport-inspired technology to passenger rail.
SEPTA, BART continue to reduce crime on respective systems during Q1 2025

2 weeks ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) are making efforts to cut down on crime and make the systems safer for riders. SEPTA’s crime rates hold steady Incidents of crime on SEPTA systems in most categories held steady during the first quarter of 2025 after 2024 featured the largest one-year drop in serious incidents recorded by the SEPTA Transit Police Department.
People on the move: MTA, CAT

2 weeks ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and the Chatham Area Transit Authority (CAT) have made changes to their respective leadership teams. MTA names new chief of Police Department MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber has appointed Thomas J. Taffe as chief of the MTA Police Department (MTAPD). Taffe, who had served as acting chief of the MTAPD for four months, brings 30 years of law enforcement experience, including more than two years as the MTAPD chief of operations.
South West Transit Association breaks down upcoming reauthorization of Surface Transportation legislation

3 weeks ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

South West Transit Association breaks down upcoming reauthorization of Surface Transportation legislationIn a webinar on April 22, SWTA Executive Director Rich Sampson explained the impact the reauthorization of the legislation will have on public transit. © Ritu Jethani | Dreamstime.commetrobusOn April 22, the South West Transit Association (SWTA) hosted a webinar to discuss the implications of the upcoming Surface Transportation Reauthorization legislation.
Fare collection updates from Pace, NJ Transit

3 weeks ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

Fare collection updates from Pace, NJ Transit The Pace Board approved the first step towards the Regional Day Pass Pilot while NJ Transit has introduced the FARE-PAY card. NJ Transit's FARE-PAY card. Pace Suburban Bus (Pace) and New Jersey Transit (NJ Transit) are making changes to improve the fare experience for riders.
People on the move: Keolis North America, Cincinnati Metro

3 weeks ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

People on the move: Keolis North America, Cincinnati Metro Personnel updates from around the public transit industry. Fadi Chakbazof (top left), Ryan Adams (middle), Sandi Hill (top right), Francis Julien (bottom left), Khaled Shammout (bottom right). Keolis North America and Cincinnati Metro announced changes to their respective leadership teams.
Houston Metro, U.S. Army expanding microtransit programs

1 month ago | masstransitmag.com | Brandon Lewis

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Houston Metro) and the U.S. Army are expanding their microtransit programs. Houston Metro expands Community Connector service Houston Metro, in partnership with the city of Houston and Evolve Houston, expanded its Community Connector service to The Heights.