RTA seeks community input on planned Code of Conduct
 RTA is seeking community input for our upcoming Code of Conduct for operators and riders to better ensure safety for everyone using our transit system. Learn more from our safety team by attending the Riders Advisory Committee on Wednesday, March 6. See link below for more information.
Feedback on Algiers Ferry Terminal Renovation
 We want to hear from our riders as we begin our renovation of the Algiers Ferry Terminal. This renovation aims to provide a terminal facility that better meets operational, rider and community needs. Join us for two listening sessions to tell us what you’d like to see: Thursday, March 7 at the Algiers Regional Library (3014 Holiday Drive, New Orleans, LA 70131) from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., and again on Saturday, March 9, at the Algiers Ferry Terminal from 10 a.m. to noon.
Update on Rampart Streetcar Line Construction
 RTA has begun the final phase of the Rampart Streetcar line which was damaged during the Hard Rock collapse. After a few delays with competing construction projects and Mardi Gras, crews and contractors are rebuilding this historic transportation infrastructure, which includes our overhead catenary power lines. We expect the construction phase to be completed at the end of March, followed by six weeks of training and testing. At this point we expect full St. Claude-Rampart streetcar service to resume in late-May. The Canal Streetcar line will resume service a couple weeks after the construction phase ends.
DBE/SBE workshop shares plans for success
 Thanks so much to everyone who joined us for our DBE/SBE Opportunity Conference for Disadvantaged and Small Business Enterprises held at McDonogh #35 Senior High School! RTA has more than $30 million in open contracts for the capital program and we are anticipating awarding over $50 million on upcoming projects within the next several months.
CEO Hankins meets with Congressman Carter
 RTA CEO Lona Edwards Hankins and U.S. Rep. Troy Carter (D-LA 2nd District) were all smiles after a productive meeting this month discussing the state of public transit in the Greater New Orleans Region. They also discussed building on the $96 million in federal support brought in by RTA with the Congressman’s support. We are excited to move our great city forward!
RTA seeks feedback on our new Mobility Hubs
 The Mobility Hubs Improvement Project seeks to improve the mobility hubs throughout the RTA system. The first phase of this project will result in a classification system for the mobility hubs and initial concepts for how to improve the experience of waiting and transferring at these hubs. Learn more about the project and take the survey!
RTA Employees of the Month
 Celebrating our Employees of the Month for January: Myron Hughes, Operations (Bus Operator), and Richard Smith, Maintenance (Rail Technician). Myron has been employed with the RTA for nine years and has an on-time performance of 88% with zero accidents, while Richard has been employed with RTA for 36 years as a rail technician and does an outstanding job with body and repair on the streetcars. Congratulations!
RTA CEO Lona Edwards Hankins gives welcome address at APTA conference
 CEO Lona Edwards Hankins welcomed attendees to the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) Convention held here in New Orleans during a Marketing and Communications Customer Experience Workshop. CEO Hankins discussed some of our current Public Arts partnerships such our beloved Art Buses. These art buses include a “Tribute to Freedom Riders” wrap as well as a wrap inspired by local artist Dontay Allen and designed by local artist Brandan “BMIKE” Odums. New Orleans artists Ceaux Young, Taylor Ashby, Cierra Johnson and Cam’ron Irving participated in these projects as well.
Upcoming Meetings
March 6: Riders Advisory Committee Meeting
March 14: Operations & Administration Committee Meeting
March 14: Finance Committee Meeting
March 26: Board of Commissioners Meeting
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