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Rider's Almanac Blog

Concerted efforts providing promising results on public safety

From General Manager Lesley Kandaras and Police Chief Ernest Morales III [...]

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Apprentice program recognizes skills, builds community

Being a bus operator – especially in snowy Minnesota – takes a lot of skill.

To recognize individuals who master the craft, newly hired Metro Transit bus operators can elect to earn a journey worker certificate through the Bus Operator Apprenticeship Program, one of the few programs of its kind nationally. [...]

Monthly ridership passes 4M, highest since early-2020

More than 4.1 million rides were provided in September, the highest monthly ridership total since early 2020. Average weekday ridership was 133,995. [...]

Know Your Operator: Beth de Salguero

Beth de Salguero thought she'd become an airline pilot, and even earned a degree in air traffic control. [...]

Where I'm From: Police Officer Hela Maurer

Metro Transit employees come from many cultures and backgrounds. To celebrate this diversity, employees who are proud to share their heritage and identity will be regularly featured on the Riders' Almanac blog. [...]