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Metro light rail ridership numbers – November 09’
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METRO just published year to date and monthly light rail ridership numbers showing total weekly boardings of 40,211 for this past month which is the second highest average weekday number of the year. Total boardings for November of 2009 came in at 1,003,503 . METRO sounds pretty happy with the million plus ...3 hours ago -
It’s official – METRO hires new CEO, Steve Banta
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We talked about Metro’s new CEO Steve Banta last week but now, it’s official: PHOENIX — An employment contract has been finalized between METRO light rail and its new CEO Steve Banta. Banta is expected to start work on January 20, 2010. On Wednesday, the METRO Board ratified the negotiated employment ...4 days ago -
Final ride for Metro CEO Rick Simonetta
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Metro light rail outgoing CEO Rick Simonetta was honored this past week with a “farewell” ride and reception at the Phoenix Art Museum. The shindig was made possible by a lot of “transportation geeks” pulling out all the stops to thank Rick for his hard work on our light rail system. Simonetta was ...4 days ago -
More light rail anniversary celebration information
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PHOENIX — Take a trip on light rail this Saturday for your chance to receive a “golden” transit pass, discover new and interesting retailers offering discounts to transit riders and be generally rewarded for your support of METRO in its first year. Here’s the inside scoop: GOLDEN PASS PROMOTION Ala ...5 days ago -
Tempe Chamber to hear from Kimber Lanning
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It’s no secret that I am a big fan of Local First Arizona . Heck, it’s really no big secret that I am a fan of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce . If you are interested in our community, I hope you will take time to join me in attending this week’s Tempe Chamber of Commerce “Hot Topics” lunch featuring my ...1 week ago -
Rail Life “Flickr Pic” of the week – Happy Birthday Tempe Town Lake
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For many, it is hard to believe Tempe Town Lake is ten years old. For others, it feels like it has been here “forever.” The lake is a big part of Tempe and is a major draw for residents and tourists alike. This past weekend, many rode the light rail to the Tempe Town Lake birthday party and were part of a ...1 week ago -
METRO chooses new CEO
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Today, METRO announced the appointment of it’s new CEO answering many of the questions surrounding Rick Simonetta’s impending retirement from his position. The new CEO will be Stephen Banta , who currently manages Portland’s TriMet system . Rail Life would like to extend a warm welcome to Mr. ...1 week ago -
METRO to celebrate first anniversary
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Make METRO light rail a part of your holiday plans on Saturday, December 19. Enjoy deals, convenient access to a variety of events and a chance to win a Suns VIP experience! Ala Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, METRO will hold a GoldenPass promotion to celebrate its anniversary and thank riders for their generous ...2 weeks ago -
Rail Life “Flickr Pic” of the week – Full Speed Ahead!
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The Rail Life “pic of the week” took a little vacation for a while ( mainly because some spineless jerk hijacked the Rail Life Flickr account ), but I have decided to begin again. I thought this cool picture was a great place to start with it’s “full speed ahead” feel to it. While many of us like the the ...2 weeks ago -
Lots of Light Rail Fun Comin’ Up
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Wow, it’s gonna be another really busy weekend for light rail fun! Beginning Friday, the best way to get your groove on will be to hop on the light rail and check out some of the many cool things to do along the line. Check out the 41st annual Tempe Fall Festival known around here as the Tempe Festival of ...2 weeks ago -
Another first near Phoenix Light Rail
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Today, the National Association of Home Builders announced the Nation’s First ‘Emerald’ Green Remodeling Project Certified in Phoenix . Interestingly enough, the home is located near the Phoenix Light Rail line which is proving to be a great place for “green-minded” people to hang their hats. ...3 weeks ago -
RailGating party of the year for ASU – UofA game
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Leett’ss get ready to rruummmbblle!! The annual Duel in the Desert ASU-UofA football game is tomorrow and we all know it is the biggest game of the year for the Devils. Seasons have been determined by this annual rivalry and it makes no difference who has the better record. For the Devils, it is time to leave it ...3 weeks ago -
With Thanks – Turkey Drive Update
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Thanksgiving is one of my favorite days of the year and is spent with family, food, football and fun. What’s not to like, right? Other than the above obvious fun stuff, I am extremely thankful for my friends, for this blog (and the friends I have made because of it), and for being able to do a job I love for the ...3 weeks ago -
Phoenix Suns Tweet Up – Round Two
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The second annual Suns tweet up is almost here! If you remember last years Suns tweet up , you remember a rockin’ good time . On Tuesday, December 15th , join a bunch of “tweeps” and the Phoenix Suns as they take on the San Antonio Spurs. Ticket prices are $32.00 for “upper-level” seats and ...3 weeks ago -
Explore light rail with these special and holiday events
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For immediate release November 25, 2009 PHOENIX — With guests in town and time away from the daily grind this holiday season, consider METRO light rail as your connection to the Valley’s best special events and destinations. METRO has created an event listing featuring special and holiday-themed events ...3 weeks ago -
gobble, gobble!
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For those who celebrate it, we hope you have a scrumptious Thanksgiving! We’ll be back to regular posting after the holidays, watch for our review of the Phil Frost and Barry McGee Show “ mindthegap ,” now showing at LA’s new PRISM gallery. Posted in art, artists, Graffiti, holidays, public art, Rail Life, ...3 weeks ago -
Chickens or eggs?
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For as long as I can remember, the rub on downtown Phoenix has been that it is deserted after dark . Why? Because there is “nothing” there. Over the past couple of years we have slowly felt a “revitalization” of sorts that has given hope to some that this might be changing, and that we could actually ...4 weeks ago
