CapMetro's Project Connect at the center of debate
On Monday, in a joint session with Austin City Council, and CapMetro, City Staff recommended a $7.1 billion investment in the transit authority’s Project Connect.
Austin city staff recommends $7.1 billion investment into Project Connect
In August, Austin City Council will determine whether “Project Connect” is placed on the November ballot.
FOX 7 Discussion: More funding options unveiled for Project Connect
City Council member Ann Kitchen joins FOX 7 Austin to discuss a more fiscally responsible option for Project Connect.
CapMetro launches upgrades to fare collection system
CapMetro says these upgraded solutions will save customers time, speed up the boarding process, and improve the convenience of public transit.
City of Austin, CapMetro to co-manage Austin BCycle bikeshare program
According to Austin Transportation, the new agreement will negotiate rebranding the program as MetroBike and could lead to multiple service improvements,
CapMetro bus operator dies after testing positive for COVID-19
The transit service says the driver tested positive for COVID-19 and that his last day on the job was June 21.
CapMetro celebrates 35 years of serving the Central Texas community
CapMetro thanks the Central Texas community for its continued support and commitment, and says it looks forward to what the next 35 years will bring.
CapMetro to make Juneteenth a company holiday beginning next year
In a letter addressed to CapMetro employees, CEO Randy Clarke announced that Juneteenth will be a designated company holiday for all employees beginning in 2021.
CapMetro opens Pinnacle Park & Ride at Austin Community College
CapMetro says the new location offers better connections for riders living in southwest Austin.
FOX 7 Discussion: What is next for Project Connect?
City and transportation leaders have approved a path forward for Project Connect. CapMetro's President and CEO Randy Clarke joins Marcel Clarke on FOX 7 Austin to talk about what is next for the transportation project.
Austin City Council, CapMetro board approve final Project Connect plan
A key component of the plan includes a downtown transit tunnel, which will separate transit services from street traffic, according to CapMetro.
Project Connect transit plan one step closer to becoming reality
Austin City Council and the Capital Metro board are voting on the final Project Connect transit plan.
CapMetro to resume fares June 1, offers fare-free service to the unemployed
CapMetro will also introduce it's Workforce Aid Pass, valid for the month of June, to help those in the community experiencing unemployment continue to receive fare-free rides.
Capital Metro to receive $101.9 million from CARES Act
The CARES Act, signed by President Trump on March 27, will help fund operating, administrative, and preventative maintenance expenses during the COVID-19 outbreak.
CapMetro launches mobile hotspot program with Austin ISD
To help supplement, CapMetro is now sending MetroAccess vehicles to locations from 2-8 p.m. every weekday.
FOX 7 Discussion: CapMetro releases revisions to Project Connect
Capital Metro CEO Randy Clarke joins Marcel Clarke to talk about changes to the Project Connect plan.
Capital Metro seeks community feedback on Project Connect at virtual open house
Capital Metro says the plan has been 20 years in the making and has engaged more than 40,000 people since 2018.
3 additional CapMetro bus drivers test positive for COVID-19; riders now required to wear face coverings
One driver last worked on April 2, one on April 9, and one on March 30, according to CapMetro.
CapMetro providing face coverings for employees in response to CDC guidelines
In response to the recently updated CDC guidelines, CapMetro has begun distributing face coverings for employees and staff that are public-facing.
CapMetro employee dies after testing positive for coronavirus, unconfirmed cause of death
According to the company, the employee passed away on Saturday, April 4 after testing positive earlier in the week for the virus. Cap Metro says the cause of death has not yet been confirmed.