NEWARK, NJ — On July 20, the NJ Transit board of directors adopted the fiscal year 2023 operating budget and updated capital plan that supports continued investments in personnel, infrastructure and equipment to maintain the system in a state of good repair and to enhance the overall customer experience, according to a press release. “Gov. […]
NEWARK, NJ — NJ Transit is the recipient of a $519,750 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration to conduct a modernization study for Newark Light Rail that will examine options for improving station design and customer experience, as well as making four stations accessible to people with disabilities, according to […]
NEWARK, NJ — Acting Essex County Prosecutor Theodore N. Stephens II announced June 21 that Fayola Howard, 36, of Bloomfield, a former NJ Transit bus operator, was sentenced to five years in New Jersey State Prison for causing the death of a passenger, Kevin Thomas, 55, of Newark. Superior Court Judge Ronald D. Wigler imposed […]
NEWARK, NJ — NJ Transit hosted its first-ever accessibility forum on June 14, primarily as a virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams, as part of ongoing efforts to engage and expand inclusion for customers with disabilities. “NJ Transit is proud to have hosted the agency’s first-ever accessibility forum to detail and promote the many services and […]
NEWARK, NJ — NJ Transit has unveiled two Ride with Pride themed buses to celebrate the LGBTQ community and its allies during Pride Month. The wrapped buses will be on display throughout New Jersey on the transit system. In collaboration with its sponsor, Hackensack Meridian Health, the Ride with Pride wraps are designed to show […]
NEWARK, NJ — NJ Transit is utilizing the month of June, designated as National Safety Month by the National Safety Council, to launch an educational campaign for customers and employees. This year’s theme is “Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow.” The month will feature tips and reminders to reinforce safety on and near the transit system throughout […]
NEWARK, NJ — NJ Transit announced May 11 the launch of two new technology-focused initiatives to help customers navigate travel on the system as safely and efficiently as possible. Advancements include efforts aimed at improving accessibility on NJ Transit for neurodiverse customers and for customers with mobility challenges. Through its partnership with Magnusmode, NJ Transit […]
NEWARK, NJ — NJ Transit Police Chief Christopher Trucillo announced that, on Thursday, May 5, a team of assessors from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police will examine all aspects of the NJ Transit Police Department’s policies and procedures, management, operations, and support services. “The NJ Transit Police Department is made up […]
NEWARK, NJ — On April 13, the NJ Transit board of directors advanced the next step in the future NJ Transit fare card as part of its fare modernization program. In a continuing effort to improve the customer experience, NJ Transit is taking steps to update its fare payment technology and offer additional payment options, […]
NEWARK, NJ — On April 13, the NJ Transit board of directors approved the first construction contract for early action work on the Delco Lead Storage and Inspection Facility project in New Brunswick, which will create a safe-haven for rail cars and locomotives in case of a severe weather event. Equipment stored in this location […]