Rider's Almanac Blog

Know Your Operator: Troy Macon, Heywood Garage

Posted by Drew Kerr | Feb. 9, 2024

When Troy Macon passed the former Ruter Garage, he was reminded of his uncle's experience as a bus operator in Chicago. Macon had always looked up to his uncle, and thought he might also enjoy a career in transit. He was right. "I picked [...]

From GM Lesley Kandaras Light Rail METRO Blue Line METRO Green Line Safety and Security Action Plan Transit Police

Listening, learning strengthens resolve to improve public safety on transit

Posted by | Jan. 18, 2024

Thank you to everyone who turned out last week to share valuable feedback with leaders who spent time riding light rail and at stations. Reflecting on her experience, General Manager Lesley Kandaras said she appreciated hearing how much riders [...]

Accessibility

After losing vision, passenger brings new perspective to transit accessibility

Posted by Drew Kerr | Dec. 15, 2023

After Annie Young lost her vision several years ago, she saw transit as key to maintaining her independence. So, she made it her mission to do what she could to help it feel safer to get around on buses and trains. Young’s interest led her [...]

Safety and Security Action Plan Transit Police

Revised Code of Conduct, expanded presence will improve rider experience

Posted by Drew Kerr | Dec. 12, 2023

After extensive outreach, the Metropolitan Council has adopted an updated Code of Conduct that outlines expected behaviors on transit and will be prominently displayed on vehicles and at stations. The Code of Conduct will be posted by [...]

How We Roll

How We Roll: Alicia Valenti, Senior Project Coordinator

Posted by Drew Kerr | Nov. 30, 2023

How We Roll celebrates Metro Transit employees who regularly ride transit and other forms of sustainable transportation. Read more How We Roll Q&As here. How long have you been riding transit? I grew up in an area with [...]