CFIT

Citizens for Improved Transit

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10/11's StarTran Misconceptions

On September 6th, Channel 10/11 did an "investigative report" on StarTran and its drivers. This report left its viewers with false impressions about StarTran and their drivers.
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Recent Events

Marilyn Druger has resigned as secretary for CFIT Lincoln, Vicki Leech has stepped up to fill the position as secretary.
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Grant to fund $20,000 in bus passes

Good news for a segment of the population that rarely hears an encouraging word: A $20,000 grant has been approved that will allow the purchase of 2,500 bus passes.
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Changes to N 16th Street affect Star Tran Buses

The changes on North 16th Street are continuing to get negative feedback. The new four-way stops are still causing heavy traffic backups on campus. It's not only affecting people who go to Nebraska, but Star Tran...
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StarTran Needs Funding

I am writing in full support of gradually increase funding for public transportation in the city of Lincoln. With how rapidly Lincoln has been growing in the past few years, it is beyond me, and many of my fellow citizens, why ...
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Midtown Bus Hub

Kudos to a recent editorial by Richard Schmeling that posited some sound ideas for Lincoln's StarTran bus service and, in particular, the idea of moving the main transfer point from downtown to a more centrally...
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Solutions for buses

The points raised in your Our View in the June 28 edition are pertinent ("Might need Plan B on bus hub"), but I would like to add an additional observation to the mix. If an expensive terminal and transfer station is built for ...
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Expand bus service

Kudos to a recent editorial by Richard Schmeling that posited some sound ideas for Lincoln's StarTran bus service and, in particular, the idea of moving the main transfer point from downtown to a more centrally...