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Commuter tax benefits are up for 2013, making BART an even better value
Commuter tax benefits for transit have increased in 2013, making BART an even better value. Thanks to the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, there’s an increase in the amount you can save using pre-tax dollars for commuting. The tax code now allows up to $245 per month for qualified transit fares. And
BART Board President asks Governor to not grant cooling off period
BART Board President Tom Radulovich has written a letter to the Governor which reads, "We are committed to reaching a final settlement by that date (June 30). However, if an agreement is not reached, we ask that you not grant a 60 day cooling-off period should union leaders request one."
Police chief, auditor update BART Board on July 3 officer-involved shooting
Here is a closed/caption-provided transcript of Item 3A from the Thursday, July 14, 2011, BART Board of Directors meeting, an update on the July 3, 2011, officer-involved shooting at the Civic Center/UN Plaza BART Station. A playback with video and audio will be available later today at www.bart.gov/board
From waiting tables to wearing tutus, BART Police volunteer for Special Olympics
BART PD's Chris Vogan stacks cups at a Tip-A-Cop Night By STEFAN MARTINEZ BART Website Intern The family of four that sat down at Max’s Diner one recent Wednesday evening in San Ramon did not expect their waiter to be decked out in full law enforcement blue. It was Tip-A-Cop Night, when officers like Scott
Statement on BART Police union website intrusion (www.bartpoa.com)
"We condemn this latest attack on the working men and women of BART. We are deeply concerned about the safety and security of our employees and their families. We stand behind them and our customers who were the subject of an earlier attack. We are deeply troubled by these actions." --Sherwood Wakeman
BART releases final environmental documents for slope repairs at Castro Valley and Concord
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is proposing the BART Slope Stabilization Project (Project) along BART’s alignment to perform maintenance on damaged abutment joints, drainage systems, and eroded slopes, reducing long-term risk to passengers, employees, and property. Abutments are
‘Transit expands your world’: BART celebrates Transit Worker Appreciation Day
Transit Worker Appreciation Day is a time to celebrate the incredible people who make BART trains run. Whether an engineer, an IT specialist, or a train operator, the people on the frontlines and behind-the-scenes are essential for providing the service that keeps the Bay Area moving. If you’re riding BART on
BART wants to hear from riders on proposed fare changes in 2024 and 2025
The survey is now closed. BART wants to hear from the public about two less-than-inflation fare increases that would assist the agency in continuing to provide safe and reliable service. We are also proposing offering an increased discount of 50% -- up from 20% -- to low-income Clipper START participants. The
BART receives public input on important qualities/experience of next police chief
Ensuring safety on BART by increasing police presence on trains, in stations and parking lots should be the top priority for a new police chief, the public told BART in an online survey. Respondents were asked to rate 14 personal characteristics or attributes desired in a new chief. Most of the qualities
Allied law enforcement agencies to help patrol BART system during funeral
Wednesday, January 29, is the funeral for BART police officer, Sgt. Tommy Smith. Many personnel from the BART Police Department will attend the funeral to honor him and support his family. To maintain safety of our customers and security on the system, allied agencies' law enforcement personnel will assist by