Holly Arnold
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The Frederick Douglass Tunnel will be a game changer for Baltimore, transforming MARC from commuter to regional rail. Today, I was thrilled to join as
@JoeBiden
,
@GovWesMoore
,
@arunamiller
,
@SecretaryPete
& our federal delegation announced our funding commitment for the project.
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Heading down to DC via
@mtamaryland
MARC. Stay tuned to the MTA account for an exciting announcement about improved regional connectivity!
👀
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This is an exciting first step for future expansion of
@mtamaryland
MARC service into Virginia and Delaware!
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We won $8.8m for
@mtamaryland
MARC Penn-Camden Connector! This allows us to begin planning for a rail connection btw Penn & Camden Lines, improving operational efficiency, adding train storage, & opens up possibility of Penn Line service into downtown Baltimore in the long-term.
📢The FRA just announced over $1.4 billion in CRISI funding for improving rail safety, strengthening supply chains, and increasing passenger rail service through 70 projects across the country. Read the full press release here:
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Happy to announce that
@mtamaryland
MARC &
@VaRailExpress
are now cross-honoring tickets! This partnership w/VRE makes immediate improvements in regional connectivity for our riders while we work towards run-through & additional service.
Heading down to DC via
@mtamaryland
MARC. Stay tuned to the MTA account for an exciting announcement about improved regional connectivity!
👀
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Is it cliché to wear my MARC jacket while riding MARC?
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Thankful for protected bike infrastructure as I walk home from the bus stop with my two year old. Improved safety for bikes makes the pedestrian experience nicer too! (And yes, the bike lane needs cleaned - I put in a 311 request)
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Good morning from the
@mtamaryland
54 bus! I love seeing our bus full of people speed past cars across the Harford Road bridge. Allowing our most efficient vehicles (buses) to bypass traffic helps us to improve travel time & reliability for riders. More bus lanes = better buses!
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🎉🎉
Our recruiting efforts are paying off and we are increasing
@mtamaryland
Light Rail service on Monday!
MDOT MTA will resume its regular weekday service levels beginning Monday, April 24. Light Rail trains will return to operating every 10 minutes during the weekday morning and evening peak travel periods, an increase from the current intervals of 15-minutes
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Thank you for your leadership
@GovWesMoore
! As a long-time
@mtamaryland
employee and rider, I am so excited for the Red Line and the future of transit in Maryland!
I'm proud to join
@mtamaryland
& community leaders in Baltimore to announce the relaunch of a major transit investment, the Red Line.
This project will increase east-west connectivity while improving the lives of residents.
🔴Join us live:
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Heading to DC this morning and thankful for the
@mtamaryland
MARC so I can avoid sitting in traffic and save time. Plus I can work on the train and review our North-South corridor feasibility report coming out later this year!
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The first
@mtamaryland
@PurpleLineMD
trains are here! Congratulations to the team for all their hard work to achieve this milestone. Progress continues to deliver this critical project for Maryland!
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Attention drivers - these are railroad tracks. Your car does not belong here. When you drive on the tracks you disrupt the lives of thousands of
@mtamaryland
riders . Do not drive on the tracks!
The vehicle that was stuck on the tracks at Woodberry Station has been towed away, and trains are moving freely in both directions. Your patience has been greatly appreciated. CLW
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Shout out to
@mtamaryland
Operator Omar Grady! I caught his bus today & he did a fantastic job. Not only was he on time, but he assisted riders who weren't sure where they were going, even pointing out the best spot to transfer b/c it had a shelter. MTA operators are the best!
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As a bus rider, I always appreciate having a shelter and place to sit.
@mtamaryland
is investing in passenger amenities throughout the Baltimore region and I'm excited about these new shelters that we recently installed. Lots more to come!
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We're thrilled to welcome the first
@mtamaryland
Metro test railcar! This is the first new railcar for Baltimore-area transit in nearly 30 years & is the first step towards improved efficiency & reliability!
Introducing Metro’s new test subway cars, aimed at elevating the commuter experience! Over the next 18-months Metro division will welcome new heavy rail cars representing a significant leap forward in our mission to enhance the transit rider experience in Baltimore
#MDOTmoves
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Cuts are felt by every rider & the
@mtamaryland
team has been working hard to hire & train operators & ensure buses are ready. The hard work is paying off! Yesterday was 1st time since the pandemic that we hit 1% or less cut service! The trend is heading in the right direction!
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Excited to kick off 2024 back on the bus! The
@mtamaryland
team is working hard to improve transit service & we have big plans for the year to advance the
@redlinemaryland
&
@PurpleLineMD
, launch Zero-Emission Bus service, improve reliability and more!
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Full Light Rail service is back tomorrow! Huge thanks to MTA & Alstom teams for their hard work repairing the fleet & our SSOA for reviewing & certifying that the railcars are safe. And, of course, thanks to our riders for your patience & trust - enjoy free service thru Jan 2!
Light Rail service is officially back on track starting Dec 23rd! Shuttle buses between stations will no longer be in service. While we transition to full service, some travel delays may occur. As a thank you to our riders, enjoy FREE Light Rail rides until January 2nd! (1/2)
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Starting out the week with meetings at
@MDOTNews
and, as always,
@mtamaryland
MARC is the best way to get there!
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I've already mentioned that I love it when people send me pics of themselves riding transit. The amount of times I've been sent this reddit post might be a close second. New
@mtamaryland
MARC ad campaign?!?
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Great to join
@Amtrak
,
@USDOTFRA
,
@SenatorCardin
,
@ChrisVanHollen
,
@MayorBMScott
, &
@MDOTNews
this morning to cut the ribbon on Amtrak's new platform at
@BaltPennStation
! These improvements benefit the entire transit network & transit is essential to the success of the region!
Amtrak to open new Acela platform today at Penn Station as $100m project shows off latest development
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Always love taking the
@mtamaryland
Metro. Lots of riders for midday on a Friday! The reopened Mondawmin elevator looks great!
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Yesterday was MARC's highest weekend ridership day post-pandemic. Our crews were ready and the team did a great job.
@mtamaryland
MARC is always a great choice!
@MDOTMTAHolly
I just want to let you know that the crews running the MARC Penn Line yesterday handled the crowds beautifully and were extremely helpful and friendly. Thank you!!
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Some folks have asked me why we don't run more trains for
@Orioles
games - we would love to but are currently running every available railcar. We have a number of cars out of service due to body damage as well as warranty & parts issues. 1/2
It's Gameday! Don't miss out on the fun before the first pitch, get discounted CharmFlex fares on the CharmPass mobile app for all modes of transit. Download now at and let's go O's!
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All
@mtamaryland
riders now have access to
@transitapp
Royale! As a rider, having access to real time data is key for making my ride easier. MTA is covering the cost of the upgrade for our riders so everyone has access now! We also added antennas on buses to improve data quality!
Exciting news, riders! We are now offering free access to Transit Royale in the
@Transitapp
. Enjoy premium features at no cost, like future departure schedules, route maps, and live vehicle tracking. Your ride just got better! For more details visit .
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Who else is wearing red today for the
@mtamaryland
@redlinemaryland
mode celebration? Looking forward to the event later this morning to celebrate this positive step with Red Line supporters.
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The
@mtamaryland
and Alstom teams have been working nonstop on vehicle inspections and are beginning repairs. We'll be sharing our progress regularly as we work to restore service.
This afternoon we announced that, effective tomorrow,
@mtamaryland
Light Rail system will be suspended. I know this is a critical service for our riders and I believe in the power of transit. This is not a decision that I take lightly. (1/2)
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Heading to the
@Orioles
game! Hoping they clinch the playoffs today 🤞. Thanks for the ride
@mtamaryland
!
#Birdland
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Got a ride in today on one of our pilot electric buses! The
@mtamaryland
team has been collecting data from the buses regarding reliability, battery performance, & rider/operator feedback that we'll use to make decisions as we transition the rest of the fleet to Zero-Emission.
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Having a safe, clean place to use the restroom is something many of us take for granted but isn't always an option for transit workers. That's why I'm proud that
@mtamaryland
has completed our FTA funded Beyond the Bus Stop project to add a permanent restroom facility at Patapsco
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Congratulations to
@mtamaryland
's newest class of Professional Bus Operators! They will be operating buses starting next week so please wish them well when see them!
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This afternoon we announced that, effective tomorrow,
@mtamaryland
Light Rail system will be suspended. I know this is a critical service for our riders and I believe in the power of transit. This is not a decision that I take lightly. (1/2)
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Happy first day of school to all students but especially to this third-grader who is glad to be back on the
@mtamaryland
bus with me!
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Shout out to
@mtamaryland
Operator Spencer for his excellent customer service this morning on the Yellow! Mr. Spencer helped a lost rider, chatted with riders, & deftly managed traffic all while greeting everyone with a smile and a "good morning". MTA Operators do fantastic work!
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Shout out to
@mtamaryland
Operator Kenneth. I've caught his bus on 3 different routes this week & each time I've seen him assist riders with a smile. He switches to a new route next week & a group of riders this morning gave him a cheerful sendoff saying they'd miss seeing him!
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The
@mtamaryland
merch store is coming this fall! In the meantime, pre-order your limited edition sweater!
MTA's first limited-edition sweater is here featuring the Baltimore skyline, transit icons, & snowflakes! Pre-order now through 9/2 to guarantee yours. Miss it? Don’t worry, another chance is coming in the fall! To pre-order visit for more details.
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Heading down to
@MDOTNews
for a few meetings & taking the
@mtamaryland
MARC train. I loved seeing a very busy
@BaltPennStation
with lots of people opting to use MARC to save time and skip traffic!
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Had some good
@mtamaryland
bus rides this morning with my commute buddy. We admired some azaleas and rescued a snail on the way to the bus stop.
#WhyIRide
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MTA & Alstom teams continue to progress on inspection & repairs. As of today, we've inspected 41 railcars for conduit damage & completed 17 repairs. We've completed 2 intercar connector repairs. We've also updated our website so you can track our progress:
Our teams are working hard to complete a full inspection of our Light Rail vehicles to get service back as quickly as is safe. In the meantime, we've created a website to answer questions & provide future updates. Check it out here:
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Taking the
@mtamaryland
CL Yellow this morning & catching up on everything the MD General Assembly passed last night. We now have authorization to use automatic enforcement for dedicated bus lanes statewide! Thanks for your leadership
@RobbynLewis46th
&
@SenArianaKelly
!
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Enjoying the nice weather this afternoon with a bike ride around Lake Montebello! I'm thankful for the bike lanes on Harford Road making it safe for my 8 year old to ride without worrying about cars.
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Happy first day of school! I'm excited to have my bus buddy back & pleased that the transit brainwashing is still working 🚉🚌.
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Good morning from the
@mtamaryland
MARC train! I ran into several friends at the station and will arrive at BWI in 22 minutes (faster than driving!).
#WhyIRide
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It's an honor to lead
@mtamaryland
during this exciting time. We've got one of the best teams in transit and I'm incredibly proud of the hard work our employees do each and every day to provide service across the state!
The Red Line’s future rests in the hands of a transit ‘true believer’
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The
@mtamaryland
real time team is constantly looking for ways to improve the customer experience. We're testing out these route ladders now and I was excited to see one this afternoon. Let me know what you think!
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Can't wait to celebrate this wonderful news tomorrow! The Red Line is key to creating a connected transit system for the Baltimore region.
Tomorrow is a celebration because Maryland chooses to be bold.
We listened to communities, stakeholders, and leaders across the state – they were clear, this is what they wanted.
We are proud to announce the Red Line will bring light rail to Baltimore!
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Early morning
@mtamaryland
MARC to DC. Watching the sun rise with coffee on the train is much more enjoyable than driving!
#WhyIRide
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It's
#WorldCarFreeDay
and
@mtamaryland
service is FREE! Walking, biking, and transit are all great options that are better for the environment and cheaper than driving. I started my day with a bus ride with the kiddo. Share how you are going car free today!
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Take
@mtamaryland
Light Rail or MARC and don't worry about the traffic!
How much time would you give yourself to get to BWI from Charles Village for a noon flight, day before Thanksgiving? (Friend is dropping you off.)
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The
@mtamaryland
Light Rail platforms are clear with riders already well on their way and the roads look like this. The
@Ravens
season didn't end the way we hoped but at least transit riders don't also have to sit in traffic!
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Finished last week with the
@redlinemaryland
celebration. Starting this week with
@PurpleLineMD
! I'll share a few photos of
#PurpleLineProgress
thru the morning. First is Riverdale Park station. The grade crossing here was one of the first for the alignment.
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Starting out the day on a positive note - the bench at my bus stop was recently repaired after a 311 request (thanks
@BmoreCityDOT
!) and I got to ride a "bendy" bus!
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Taking the kiddo to school this morning. Gotta love a perfectly timed transfer AND a "bendy" bus to make her smile!
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Heading north after my third
@mtamaryland
MARC trip today. Love seeing so many riders throughout the day!
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One of the best parts about riding the bus is getting to know your fellow riders & the fantastic
@mtamaryland
operators. Wanted to give a shout out to to Operator Robert. I see him regularly on the 54. He is consistently on time & always greats our riders with a smile!
#WhyIRide
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Meeting up with friends for dinner and taking the
@mtamaryland
bus means we don't have to worry about driving and searching for parking or paying $20 for an Uber!
Plus our operator was the Rookie Winner from the MTA Bus Roadeo so you know we had a smooth ride 😀
#WhyIRide
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I think it made her week when an
@mtamaryland
artic (or bendy bus as she calls it) pulled up to our stop.
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Don't forget you can ride all
@mtamaryland
services free today! It's great to see lots of riders on my bus this morning enjoying a free trip.
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Heading to
@mtamaryland
's Kirk Bus Division and ran into Chris, our social media manager, on the CL Green. Love catching up with MTA team on the system. Chris has been with the agency for nearly a year and is becoming a proud transit nerd!
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Check out the proposed
@redlinemaryland
alternative maps at ! We'll be holding Open Houses in November where we'll share metrics on ridership, travel time, cost, & more for each of the alternatives. The
@mtamaryland
team wants your feedback on each option.
MTA has just unveiled maps of proposed Red Line development alternatives. The maps showcase options for modes, tunneling, and station locations. Open houses begin in November! Head over to to view or download maps
#redlinemaryland
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I had a meeting canceled this morning so took some time to go ride the system! The
@mtamaryland
works hard to keep the region moving and I'll highlight a few things from my trip today. 1/7
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I hit 3 of
@mtamaryland
's 6 modes today! Two buses (forgot to take a selfie), two MARC trains, and now Light Rail. I've been able to knock out emails & calls while riding, plus I get great feedback from our fantastic employees!
#WhyIRide
🚌🚉🚄
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My kiddos were going nuts tonight so we took the bus up to the bookstore. Excited to dive in to these! I've learned a lot from listening to talks and interviews with
@VeronicaODavis
and looking forward to learning more from the book.
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Caught the 154 home after
@BaltCityHall
CTP Tour. Taking transit means I don't have to worry abt parking or dealing w/a car. On my 5 bus trips today, I got to connect w/operators, share observations on service (we need more buses on the Red!), & chat w/riders!
#WhyIRide
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Heading back to Annapolis today. Taking the
@mtamaryland
Light Rail to the 70. I'm able to knock out a bunch of emails on the trip.
#WhyIRide
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We've been working on improving reliability and our real time tracking accuracy at
@mtamaryland
. While we still have some work to do (better headways!) it's great to see the progress the team is making!
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Heading to
@MDOTNews
for a meeting. Love an excuse to ride the
@mtamaryland
MARC 🚅! Plus I got to see
@philmartinjr
in action!
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I saw these in person yesterday! The intercar barriers are a safety & accessibility improvement to the
@mtamaryland
Metro system! Thanks to our partners at Nat. Fed. for the Blind, Blind Industries & Services of MD, & our Citizens Advisory Committee for Accessible Transportation!
MTA is enhancing safety at all 14 Metro Subway stations! Yellow safety barriers are going up to prevent any accidental missteps between railcars. This teamwork involves various transit agency departments. (1/2)
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Another major step forward for the
@redlinemaryland
! The team is working hard to deliver this critical project to the Baltimore region.
🎉 The Maryland Board of Public Works (BPW) has unanimously approved a Program Management Consultant service contract for the Maryland Transit Administration in support of the Baltimore Red Line. For complete details visit .
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The only thing better than going to the
@NatlAquarium
is catching an
@mtamaryland
bendy bus to take you there!
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It was tough leaving the kiddos playing in the snow this morning but duty calls! I'm always thankful for
@mtamaryland
Operators but especially today as I don't have to brave driving in the snow!
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The
@mtamaryland
team is taking advantage of the railcar outage to complete necessary track work. We've advanced several projects to avoid future disruptions.
Thank you for your continued patience! Amid the Light Rail suspension, MTA is hard at work with crucial maintenance and rail improvements to deliver a more dependable system for all. Stay updated on progress at …
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Celebrating my birthday today...one of my favorite things is when friends text me their pictures on transit. Help me celebrate today by sharing your best transit pictures!
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Thank you to the amazing Maryland Federal delegation!
@mtamaryland
is thrilled to receive this grant award from
@FTA_DOT
to replace our aging Light Rail fleet with modern, accessible vehicles. This means improved reliability, accessibility, and frequency for our riders!
Maryland on the move.
Our State is receiving more than $213M in federal funding to replace all 52 light rail vehicles in Baltimore’s
@mtamaryland
fleet.
This means more reliable service, greater accessibility and upgrades to our aging infrastructure.
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I am excited to join
@FTA_DOT
for a tour of the
@PurpleLineMD
today! I'll share some construction updates throughout the tour.
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Heading up to meet with the
@mtamaryland
Metro and Light Rail teams. MTA Metro remains unbeaten as the fastest way to get to northwest Baltimore! And the Reisterstown Plaza parking lots will make a great TOD!
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Travel day today:
✅
@mtamaryland
MARC to Union Station 🚆
✅
@wmata
🚇to
@Reagan_Airport
✅
@AlaskaAir
to
@flypdx
✈️
✅
@trimet
🚉 to
@APTA_info
Mobility conference
Can't wait to cheer on the MTA team tomorrow in the International Bus Roadeo!
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Took the bus into the office to do a presentation for the Maryland Transit Caucus. Enjoyed talking transit with the
@CaucusTransit
and
@wmataGM
. I am loving this weather and ready for spring to stick around!
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One underrated aspect of traveling by transit is getting to look around more & observe the city. Heading down to
@MDOTNews
via
@mtamaryland
bus & train-on the way I got to see an electric bus, check out the beautiful ceiling
@BaltPennStation
& check out progress on the platforms!
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Congratulations to
@mtamaryland
's newest class of Professional Bus Operators! This exceptional group is excited to move our region. In fact, you may have already seen them operating the Light Rail shuttle buses!
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Caught the
@mtamaryland
Light Rail this morning after chatting with
@FOXBaltimore
about our Holiday Bus & train garden and ran into
@AlliRedLine
on the train! Transit brings people together!
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Happy last day of school to all the
@BaltCitySchools
&
@BaltCoPS
students, especially to my bus buddy who is finishing 1st grade today!
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As
@Jaimemckay1
always says, ride your buses! My favorite part of riding the bus is how much work I can get done during the commute!
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The
@mtamaryland
Metro has great art at the stations. This should be an easy one but who can tell which station this is? Bonus points if you can name the artist! And
@Jaimemckay1
isn't allowed to participate!
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Thankful for a bus shelter on this rainy morning. Shelters and benches make waiting for the bus easier which is why
@mtamaryland
is continuing to add shelters throughout the system as part of our Fast Forward program!
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Our
@mtamaryland
bus system has great bones and we're working hard every day to make it better with improved reliability. We're planning for the future and want to know what you want to see from the system - more frequency? Access to new places? Let us know!
MTA launches BMORE BUS, a transit plan for improved bus service in the Baltimore region. Tell us what improvements are important to you - More frequent service? Better late-night and weekend service? Service to new destinations? Learn more at .
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