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AC Transit Triumphs with 2023 Outstanding Public Transportation System Award
We are thrilled to announce that for the first time in over 60 years of operations, AC Transit has achieved the highest recognition among public transit agencies by receiving the 2023 Outstanding Public Transportation System Award from the American Public Transportation Association (APTA).
The 2023 APTA Awards honors North American transit agencies that have demonstrated significant leadership, are outstanding role models of excellence, and whose accomplishments and innovations have greatly advanced public transportation.
New Generation of Transbay Coaches Debut in June
AC Transit introduces a new generation of Transbay service with the rollout of new, redesigned MCI commuter coaches. Starting June 28, new coaches are being deployed on Transbay lines over the coming months. MORE
Service Changes Take Effect Sunday, August 11
AC Transit is making changes to improve our service reliability. The changes will go into effect on Sunday, August 11. We are working to better match service levels to current bus operator availability. MORE
November 2024 Employees of the Month
Each month, the District honors the service of those drivers and mechanics who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance and Transportation divisions. MORE
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November 2024 Employees of the Month
It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit buses on the road and running smoothly. Each month, the District honors the service of those drivers and mechanics who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance…
October 2024 Employees of the Month
It takes hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit running smoothly. Each month, the District commends the service of employees who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance and Transportation divisions. Our candidates are…
September 2024 Employees of the Month
It takes hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit running smoothly. Each month, the District commends the service of employees who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance and Transportation divisions. Our candidates are…
AC Transit Secures $144 Million for Hydrogen Infrastructure and Zero Emission Bus Fleet
For more than two decades, the Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District (AC Transit) has pioneered zero emission bus deployment, even developing the industry's first academically supported roadmap for bus fleet transition and maintenance. We are therefore honored that the Alliance for Renewable…
AC Transit Expands Automated Camera Enforcement to Bus Stops
On August 7, AC Transit began issuing automated camera citations for illegally parked or stopped vehicles at bus stops on all bus lines throughout our service area. The AI-powered cameras detect and issue citations to any vehicle, including taxis, rideshare, and delivery trucks, that are…
August 2024 Employees of the Month
It takes hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit running smoothly. Each month, the District commends the service of employees who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance and Transportation divisions. Our candidates are…
Service Changes Effective Sunday, August 11
Beginning on August 11, AC Transit will be making several changes including the resumption of supplementary service to schools and added trips on certain Transbay lines.
Highlights of changes:
- Lines and trips designed to serve schools resume for the fall.
- All…
July 2024 Employees of the Month
It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit buses on the road and running smoothly. Each month, the District honors the service of those drivers and mechanics who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance…
Automated Bus Lane Enforcement Citations Begin Sunday, June 16
It was just after noon on Tuesday, May 28. Riders ascended the center-median raised platform of the 82nd Avenue Tempo Station, anticipating their quick ride to Uptown Oakland aboard Tempo. However, instead of allowing riders to board the low-floor bus, now ubiquitous along International…
June 2024 Employees of the Month
It takes a lot of hard work and dedication to keep AC Transit buses on the road and running smoothly. Each month, the District honors the service of those drivers and mechanics who contribute directly to this effort by awarding “Employee of the Month” honors from our Supervision, Maintenance…