Google announces the addition of D.C.'s Metro and bus routes to their online and mobile maps, including connections to other commuter transit systems.
From the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's press release:
"Google's promotion of public transit increases awareness of alternatives to driving and gives our riders access to other useful information such as aerial imagery, business listings, user reviews and street views," said Metro General Manager and Chief Executive Officer Richard Sarles.
"In addition to making our transit data available on Google Maps, Metro is committed to making its transit data available so customers get the benefit of the best app tools that are developed for public use," Sarles said.
In August 2010, Metro offered its transit data to the general public for use in developing third-party applications for the Internet and mobile devices. Metro has been a leader in the transit industry in making public real-time data sets. Metro's transit data is available for download from Metro's web site."
Here is a list of the transit systems that Google Transit has linked to so far.
Thanks to Jeffrey Riecke
FULL STORY: Metro riders can plan Metrobus, Metrorail trips on Google
Mobile App Makes DC Transit Easy to Navigate for Visually Impaired Riders
The app gives step-by-step directions and audio and visual cues accessible from anywhere for thousands of bus stops and rail stations.
DC Metro Targets Bus Fare Evasion
The WMATA says roughly 70 percent of riders do not pay fares.
Northern Virginia Projects Counting on Transit
A proposed stadium and other major development projects near transit stations could be hampered by the regional transit agency’s financial woes.
Trump Administration Could Effectively End Housing Voucher Program
Federal officials are eyeing major cuts to the Section 8 program that helps millions of low-income households pay rent.
Planetizen Federal Action Tracker
A weekly monitor of how Trump’s orders and actions are impacting planners and planning in America.
Canada vs. Kamala: Whose Liberal Housing Platform Comes Out on Top?
As Canada votes for a new Prime Minister, what can America learn from the leading liberal candidate of its neighbor to the north?
Washington State’s Parking Reform Law Could Unlock ‘Countless’ Acres for New Housing
A law that limits how much parking cities can require for residential amd commercial developments could lead to a construction boom.
Wildlife Rebounds After the Eaton Fire
Following the devastation of the Eaton Fire, the return of wildlife and the regrowth of native plants are offering powerful signs of resilience and renewal.
LA to Replace Inglewood Light Rail Project With Bus Shuttles
LA Metro says the change is in response to community engagement and that the new design will be ready before the 2028 Olympic Games.
Urban Design for Planners 1: Software Tools
This six-course series explores essential urban design concepts using open source software and equips planners with the tools they need to participate fully in the urban design process.
Planning for Universal Design
Learn the tools for implementing Universal Design in planning regulations.
Central Transportation Planning Staff/Boston Region MPO
Heyer Gruel & Associates PA
Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies (IHS)
City of Grandview
Harvard GSD Executive Education
Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada
Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions