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Akron Beacon Journal
Metro RTA apologizes for recent missed routes in Akron, community reacts
The Metro Regional Transit Authority issued a statement Oct. 22 apologizing to the community for recent service issues. The statement said as many as 59 bus operators called off in a single day within the past two weeks, which is 33% of its operators, on top of previously scheduled time off. This has led to some Metro direct routes not being served. "We understand how frustrating it is to wait for a bus that does not arrive, especially when you depend on public transportation to get to important destinations," the statement said. "We know we have fallen short of the reliable service you have come to expect and deserve, and we are sorry for the inconvenience this has caused." Metro RTA said in the statement it is taking these steps to solve the problem: Hiring 50 additional operators to strengthen its workforce Having administrative team members with commercial driver's licenses help cover services when possible Having operators voluntarily working overtime and taking extra shifts to keep the buses going Addressing attendance issues with involved parties For updates, the statement said to call its customer care center at 330-762-0341. It also said to use its app for real-time bus tracking or
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Public forum Wednesday on EGCC parking deck demolition
YOUNGSTOWN - The public has an opportunity next week to find out more about next month’s planned demolition of the former Eastern Gateway Community College downtown parking garage and plans for the property. Western Reserve Port Authority announced that it is hosting a community information meeting where people can...
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Guerilla benches pop up at Downtown bus stops
Last spring, eight wooden benches appeared at bus stops around Carnegie Mellon University’s campus, prompting curiosity from Pittsburghers who posted photos to social media wondering who installed them. The architects behind the initiative are CMU’s Young Democrats. Despite the mystique surrounding the project, the group has been transparent, posting...
cleveland19.com
METRO RTA apologizes for missed, late buses in Akron
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - Summit County METRO RTA is apologizing for missed and late buses, blaming a wave of driver call-offs that has canceled some trips, especially on Fridays and weekends. METRO RTA said as many as 59 operators called off in a single day within the past two weeks,...