Headways

	Get a Whiff of that New Bus Smell: Express Routes and Line 22 Get New Buses 11/06/2014 VTA is deploying 20 new Express buses along a number of routes, bringing the comfort of these special buses to more riders. Try an Express bus on your commute, and sit back, relax and enjoy the ride!
	University of Minnesota Ranking Shines Light on Silicon Valley’s Transit Opportunities 11/04/2014 University of Minnesota study shows Santa Clara County has plenty of opportunities for commuters to access jobs via public transportation.
	California Green-Lights Roadway Usage Charge Pilot Program 11/03/2014 Governor Jerry Brown has signed a bill that will start a roadway usage charge pilot program that could replace the state gas tax. A roadway usage charge would link the amount of taxes a motorist pays directly to the number of miles that motorist drives.
	Hack My Ride Winners Announced! 10/31/2014 Take a look at the winners of the Hack My Ride transportation hackathon VTA hosted, including VTA-KARMA, the winner of the Popular Choice prize. VTA was very impressed with these ideas. We look forward to working with the developers to move them forward.
	Easier Mid-Game Transfer with Changes to Levi’s Stadium Service 10/30/2014 Plan ahead for your trip to Levi's Stadium on Sunday. A few small adjustments to VTA service should help make the trip smoother.
	VIDEO: Mission/Warren Area Improvements Project - Fall 2014 10/29/2014 The Mission Warren Area Improvements Project, which is a companion project of VTA’s BART Silicon Valley Extension Project, is wrapping up. Learn more about this multi-agency effort by watching this video update.
	VTA Adds Midday Service to Line 58 10/29/2014 It's now easier for employees and residents in the North San Jose and North Santa Clara areas to run errands at local businesses or to have a great lunch at one of the nearby restaurants with the addition of midday service to Bus Route 58.
	Who's Your Hero? 10/24/2014 It’s a bird. It’s a plane. No, it’s a swarm of mini-heroes! On Saturday, November 8, the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office and the VMC Foundation will be out in full super hero force for a family-friendly 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run. Register today!
	Three Ways to Participate in Hack My Ride 10/24/2014 This weekend, VTA and our sponsors will host Hack My Ride: VTA’s Transportation Idea Jam, our first-ever hackathon. The event, hosted by The Tech Museum of Innovation, is full but you can still participate.
	Changes in Service to Levi’s Stadium to Begin with Friday Night Game 10/22/2014 Plan ahead and leave extra time if you're headed to the Cal-Oregon game at Levi's Stadium on Friday.
	VTA Proposing to Expand Youth Fare to Age 18 and Permanently Discount Day Pass Tokens 10/20/2014 VTA is asking for public feedback on the proposal to make adjustments to its fare policy for transit services. One change relates to the eligibility age for Youth discount fares. The public is invited to attend one of four meetings to give input.
	Join the Hack My Ride Wait List and Share Your Ideas 10/17/2014 Hack My Ride: VTA’s Transportation Idea Jam will offer $3,000 in prizes for the best ideas to make transportation work better in Silicon Valley. Join the wait list at hackmyride.eventbrite.com for a chance to get a ticket.
	Huge Crowd Expected for NASA/Ames 75th Anniversary Event – Allow Extra Time and Plan Ahead 10/16/2014 Plan to leave time to get to NASA for the 75th Anniversary Open House on Oct. 18. A large crowd is expected and that could extend travel times
	VTA Open House on Oct. 22 to Feature Nine Month Closure of Sierra/Lundy Intersection in San Jose 10/15/2014 VTA is having a community open house to discuss upcoming construction activities on VTA’s BART Silicon Valley Extension project that will result in a nine-month closure of the Sierra Road/Lundy Avenue intersection scheduled for January 2015.
	VTA to Showcase Available Properties at Developer Conference on October 22 10/10/2014 On Wednesday, October 22, developers and brokers will have an opportunity to view over 50 VTA-owned properties within Santa Clara County that are available for lease and development.
	$3,000 in Prizes Announced for Hack My Ride 10/09/2014 Thanks to generous support from the Knight Foundation, Hack My Ride: VTA’s Transportation Idea Jam will now include $3,000 in prizes for the best apps, data visualizations or other submitted projects. Join the waitlist at hackmyride.eventbrite.com.
	Updated Guidelines Help Public Know Development’s True Impact 10/09/2014 New VTA guidelines will help cities and the county gather more information for the public and decision-makers on the impacts of large developments not just on traffic but also on people who walk, bike or take public transportation
	Ride VTA to Friday Night Lights at Levi’s Stadium! 10/08/2014 Ride VTA to Friday Night Lights at Levi’s Stadium! On Friday, October 10, 2014, VTA will offer extra service on Bus Line 57 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., for the 5:00 p.m. football game which includes: Santa Clara and Wilcox High Schools. In addition, ...
	VTA Drafts Open Data Policy, Launches Beta Open Data Portal 10/07/2014 VTA has drafted an Open Data Policy (the what and why) and Open Data Procedures, as well as launched the beta version of an open data portal at data.vta.org.
	Small and Disadvantaged Businesses Get the Opportunity to "Meet the Primes" at Regional Outreach Event 10/03/2014 On Tuesday, October 7, small and disadvantaged businesses throughout the Bay Area will have an opportunity to “Meet the Primes” with the goal of infusing the transportation industry with a talented and qualified small business community. VTA and 14...
	Taking the First Step Toward Silicon Valley’s Transportation Future 10/03/2014 VTA's Ad-hoc Committee on Envisioning Silicon Valley and the Board of Directors discussed long-term plans for Santa Clara County's transportation network.
	Driving the Economy of Silicon Valley 10/02/2014 See how investments made in our transportation infrastructure transform communities and the lives of people in Silicon Valley, and throughout California. Over the past five years, VTA projects have resulted in more than $1.6 billion in economic activity.
	Keep on Moving with VTA’s Mobility Options for Seniors 10/02/2014 VTA has a number of options that can help keep seniors mobile and independent whether they choose to drive or use transit
	VTA Celebrates Prospect Silicon Valley’s Grand Opening 10/01/2014 VTA will join Prospect Silicon Valley to celebrate the grand opening of its $12 million, 23,000-square-foot Technology Demonstration Center in San Jose on October 2. The new research and development facility will help jumpstart clean tech companies.
	Remember a Few Key Points for the Trip to Levi's Stadium 10/01/2014 Remembering a few things will help make your trip to Levi's Stadium smoother this weekend. Plan ahead to save time!

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