This symposium explored the emerging technology in the world of Bus Service, with a focus on Bus Rapid Transit strategies and treatments. Subject  experts showcased existing innovations in bus services related to rapid transit including moving vehicles through traffic, attracting ridership, and developing communities for end users. These strategies have the potential to reshape transportation services in our region.

PRESENTATION FILES

Opening Remarks

• Matthew Holt, NJTPA Chairman, Hunterdon County Freeholder
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Complete Audio of remarks (mp3)

Keynote Speaker

      

• Joseph Calabrese, Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority

Topic: BRT and Its Importance to our Transportation Future

PowerPoint Presentation (zip file containing ppt & audio files- download, unzip and play ppt file)
Audio (mp3)

Reducing Dwell Times for System Efficiency

      

• Joseph Chiarmonte - New York City Metropolitan Transit Authority
  PowerPoint Presentation (PDF file)
  Audio (mp3)

New Jersey Lessons in BRT Corridor Assessment

      

• Jim Gilligan - NJ TRANSIT
  PowerPoint Presentation (PDF file)
  Audio (mp3)
  

Planning for a Transit Oriented Culture

      

• Debra Tantleff - Roseland, a Mack-Cali Company
  PowerPoint Presentation (ppt file)
  Audio (mp3)
  

Evaluation of Next Generation Bus Rapid Transit in the NJTPA Region-Study Update

      

• David Schmetterer - NJTPA
  PowerPoint Presentation (PDF file)
  Audio (mp3)
  

Question and Answer Session

• Audio (mp3)
  

Closing Remarks

      

• Mary K. Murphy, NJTPA Executive Director
  Audio (mp3)

 

New Jersey Institute of Technology is the host agency of the NJTPA