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      Metro Fare Increases Start June 30
      June 25, 2024

      Metro fare changes take effect Sunday, June 30, 2024. See details here.

      Take the Micromobility (Dockless Bikes and Scooters) Survey – Even if You Don't Ride
      May 30, 2024

      Take the MCDOT Micromobility (dockless bikes and scooters) Survey – even if you are not a rider. Take the survey HERE. Find out more about the County bikeshare and...

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      Check Out the County’s Bus Transition Plan for Zero Emissions by 2035
      May 30, 2024

      Check out Montgomery County’s Bus Transition Plan for zero emissions by 2035. See details about the Plan HERE.

      Travel Alternatives Announced for Summer Red Line Closure of Five Stations
      April 24, 2024

      Metro, along with the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT), Montgomery County, and the District Department of Transportation (DDOT) will offer a range of travel options for customers affected by...

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      Proposed Commuter Bus Service Changes Include Elimination of a Bus Route to Bethesda
      March 15, 2024

      On September 1, 2023, the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) released the FY24 – 29 Draft Consolidated Transportation Plan (CTP) that outlined the Department’s six-year capital program which includes details on Maryland Commuter Bus service changes. The proposed service changes would...

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      TPB Community Leadership Institute Accepting Applications
      March 11, 2024

      The Transportation Planning Board will relaunch the Community Leadership Institute (CLI)—a three-session, interactive workshop that provides community leaders with tools to “think regionally and act locally” when getting involved in transportation decision-making. The application deadline is...

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      Check Out the March BTS Newsletter
      March 5, 2024

      Read the March 2024 BTS newsletter, Bethesda Mobility Solutions here.

      Public Hearing on Disposition of County Parking Lots
      February 15, 2024

      The Montgomery County Department of Transportation will hold a virtual public hearing (via Zoom) on March 14 at 1 pm on the possible disposition (for reuse) of 4707 Highland Avenue (Public Parking Lot 25) and 4704 West Virginia Avenue (Public Parking Lot 44). The hearing will consider the...

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      Metro Seeks Public Input on FY25 Budget Including Service Cuts and Fare Hikes
      February 14, 2024

      Facing an unprecedented $750 million budget shortfall in the coming year, Metro is asking the public to provide feedback on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) Budget which includes drastic service cuts, fare increases, layoffs, and other severe cost cutting measures. The public is encouraged...

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      Apply for Metro Senior SmarTrip Card for Free
      January 9, 2024

      Metro has eliminated the $2 SmarTrip card fee for customers age 65 and older. Seniors enjoy reduced fares on Metro. See details here.

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