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Metro takes first steps towards real time bus arrival information system

by Fred Camino , March 31, 2010

Good news for Metro bus riders: earlier this month Metro took the first step in bringing real time arrival information to bus riders when the agency invited vendors to submit proposals for a Real Time Bus Arrival Information System (BAIS). Metro is looking for a vendor who can provide an [continue reading]

Metro Board looks to create more contract opportunities for local small businesses

by Fred Camino , December 15, 2009

The Metro Board has called for an audit of the agency’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. The DBE program attempts to create a fair and level playing field for small businesses competing for federally funded contracts. Board members believe an audit is necessary to review the program and find ways [continue reading]