The Metro Transit Police Department’s longest-serving police officer, Officer Richard Gizzi, was recognized by fans in attendance at Saturday’s game. Congrats to Officer Gizzi and his family for their service! Did we mention we’re hiring? More at: metrotransit.org/transit-police
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Gina Vue always wanted to make a difference in her community. Her career began as a Community Service Officer for MTPD in college, and she is now an MTPD Officer. CSOs are now eligible for tuition reimbursement up to $18,000. Learn more and apply at ow.ly/Fpcr50NsFqH
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Minnesota couple Delaneo and Takeysha Tillman have marked many firsts - including becoming bus operators.
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Want to make help make an impact with us? We’re hiring full-time police officers and Community Service Officers. Learn more and apply: metrotransit.org/transit-police
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Joining members of the Metro Transit Police Department’s Homeless Action Team on Thursday were (among others) , , , , , and .
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Thank you to all our partners who joined us yesterday at the Mall of America Transit Center to share resources with riders and to all the operators, helpers, police officers and security officers who work together here every day.
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Throughout their marriage, Delaneo and Takeysha have marked many firsts together. This week, they celebrated 20 years and another shared milestone: completing their training and becoming bus operators. More at metrotransit.org/husband-and-wi
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Some great ideas in this thread. I'm partial to the Quaking Bog at Theodore Wirth Park myself. You'll find that and lots of other good suggestions to soak in the calmness while letting us do the navigating. -JN
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Reddit thread: What's the quietest natural space reachable @MetroTransitMN?
Some good suggestions here. Anything missing?
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Thank you to all of our passengers that sent in commendations to our operators this week and to all the employees that volunteered and served our operators at each garage. Till next year, just remember, every day is Transit Driver Appreciation Day. #TDADMN
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Blue Line service advisory update: Regular service is resuming at Terminal 1 Station. Northbound trains were delayed up to 48 minutes, but we are working to restore proper train spacing. Thank you for your patience. -LB
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Blue Line service advisory: Northbound trains from Terminal 1 Station are delayed up to 30 minutes due to police activity. Board northbound and southbound trains from the southbound platform at Terminal 1 Station. -LB
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Interested in joining the Metro Transit Police Department? We’re hiring full-time police officers and Community Service Officers. Learn more at: metrotransit.org/police
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As chief, Morales will lead a team of 200 full- and part-time officers, CSOs, and civilian staff who work together to keep our transit system safe. “People are telling us we need to do better, and rightfully so,” he said. “Stagnation is not an option.”
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Congratulations to , who was sworn in today as the Metro Transit Police Department’s ninth police chief by Chair Zelle. Morales brings 30+ years of law enforcement experience, primarily with the New York City Police Department.
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We've extended our Transit Driver Appreciation Day celebrations through this week, with Metro Transit employees out today giving words of encouragement, thank you's, gifts and gift bags to bus and train operators across the Twin Cities. Remember, every day can be #TDADMN!
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Blue Line service advisory: Northbound trains are delayed up to 26 minutes from Terminal 2 Station due to an earlier medical emergency. The affected train has been released and is continuing service. Thanks for your patience as we work to get trains back on schedule. -JN
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Recognize your bus and rail operators for their service this Transit Driver Appreciation Day, March 18! Say "Thank You", give them a wave or thumbs up, and share your message on social media using #tdadmn
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Transit Driver Appreciation Day is March 18! Say "Thank You", give them a wave or thumbs up, and share your message on social media using #tdadmn. Want to give a special driver a shout-out? Submit a commendation here: metrotransit.org/compliment-com
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Celebrate responsibly and get a free ride! On Friday , March 17 Metro Transit customers can ride free from 6 p.m. to end of service on all Metro Transit routes – buses and light rail. No fare, no coupons; simply hop on and take a seat for free. More at metrotransit.org/miller-free-ri
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10:15 PM winter weather service update: Roads are icy tonight, and 42% of buses are now delayed. Average delay is 6 minutes. No current weather-related rail delays. No snow reroutes. -LB metrotransit.org/snow
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METRO Blue Line service update: Train service has resumed at MOA Transit Station. Thank you for your patience as we work to get trains back on schedule. -LB
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METRO Blue Line service alert: Trains unable to serve MOA Transit Station - Stop #51405 (northbound) and MOA Transit Station - Stop #51405 (southbound) due to ice-related issues. All trains to turn around at 30th Ave Station. Thank you for your patience. Crews are responding. ^CB
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Thank your bus and train operator this Transit Driver Appreciation Day, March 18! Say "Thank You", give them a wave or thumbs up, and share your message on social media using #tdadmn. Want to give a special driver a shout-out? Submit a commendation here: metrotransit.org/compliment-com
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We will temporarily close the indoor waiting area on the east side of Uptown Transit Station beginning Thursday. We plan to reopen this space later this year when contracted security officers are in place here and at five other locations. Read more: metrotransit.org/indoor-waiting
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On March 18, Metro Transit will make changes to transit service throughout the metro. These planned quarterly service changes are made to maintain reliability amid an ongoing driver shortage. Sign up for alerts via text or email at metrotransit.org/alerts
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11:15 PM winter weather update: Final update for the evening. Expect late buses as we continue to grapple with severely poor roads. Currently 59% delayed. Avg delay 11 minutes. No weather related rail delays. Only Route 6 on snow reroute. -LB metrotransit.org/snow
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10 PM winter weather update: Thanks for hanging in there with us tonight. Super slick roads persist, and 56% of our buses are now delayed an average of 9 minutes. Routes 3 and 6 have snow reroutes. No weather related rail delays. -LB metrotransit.org/snow
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8:45 PM winter weather service update: Buses are getting back on track. We're down to 36% of buses delayed at an average of 7 minutes. The snow reroute remains in effect for Route 6. No weather related train delays at this time. -LB metrotransit.org/snow
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7:20 PM winter weather service update: Snow is tapering off, but it left a mess in the streets, and is delaying 62% of buses. Average delay is 10 minutes. Thank you for your patience tonight. Route 6 is on snow reroute. No weather related rail delays. -LB metrotransit.org/snow
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6 PM winter weather service update: The snow looks pretty, but it's delaying about 50% of our buses. Delays are averaging 7 minutes. Route 6 is still on snow reroute, and there are no weather related light rail delays. -LB metrotransit.org/snow
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4:45 PM winter weather service update: The snow, it has returned once again. Currently, 31% of buses delayed; avg delay about 4 minutes. No weather-related light rail delays. Route 6 still on snow reroute. -JN metrotransit.org/snow
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1:00 PM Winter weather service update: Currently, 15% of buses delayed; avg delay about 3 minutes. No weather-related light rail delays. Route 6 on snow reroute. We'll continue to monitor and update as needed. -JN metrotransit.org/snow
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12:30 PM Winter weather service update: Currently, 11% of buses delayed; avg delay about 3 minutes. No weather-related light rail delays. Route 6 on snow reroute. -JN metrotransit.org/snow
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12:00 PM Winter weather service update: Currently, 24% of buses delayed; avg delay about 4 minutes. No weather-related light rail delays. Route 6 on snow reroute. -JN metrotransit.org/snow
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11:30 AM Winter weather service update: Currently, 22% of buses delayed; avg delay about 4 minutes. No weather-related light rail delays. No routes on snow reroute. -JN metrotransit.org/snow
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11:00 AM Winter weather service alert: Snow is falling once again over the Twin Cities. Right now, 29% of buses delayed; avg delay about 4 minutes. No weather-related light rail delays. No routes on snow reroute. -JN metrotransit.org/snow
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The METRO F Line is among 18 transit projects in Biden’s 2024 budget request to Congress. The F Line will largely replace Route 10. Metro Transit will release the latest corridor plan in spring 2023 for a second round of public comment. More at metrotransit.org/f-line-project
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On Feb. 22, Ambrose noticed a young child with a backpack standing outside in the cold on a snow day when classes were canceled. “Here’s a kid in need – I need to get him someplace safe and warm." Read the full story about saving the lost child at metrotransit.org/operator-helps
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Celebrate responsibly and get a free ride! On Friday , March 17 Metro Transit customers can ride free from 6 p.m. to end of service on all Metro Transit routes – buses and light rail. No fare, no coupons; simply hop on and take a seat for free. More at metrotransit.org/miller-free-ri
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It’s International Women’s Day 2023! We’re celebrating women who have contributed to keeping our fleet on the road. Read more about four women who are working to become mechanics through a new state-registered apprenticeship program. Read more at metrotransit.org/womens-month-c
#IWD2023
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