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May 19, 2013
Tag Archives: Savoy
When to Pull the Stop Request Cord?
A Tweeter Asks @CUMTD I’ve noticed lots of new kids waiting on the voice prompt to request a stop. The voice usually comes just as u arrive to the stop this ends up frustrating ur drivers who tell ppl to … Continue reading
Another School Year, Another Service Year
It’s here! The new 2012-2013 service year is finally here! A majority of the improvements only affect schedules. While most routes are unchanged, several schedules were redone to improve on-time performance. MTD Planners used real-time route histories to inform the … Continue reading
Safety on University of Illinois Campus
They’re Back! The official move-in day for University of Illinois Housing is Thursday, August 23. But as any veteran knows, the flood of new and returning students begins much earlier in the week. Safety continues to be our number one … Continue reading
MTD Achieves Record Ridership in FY2012
The Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District (MTD) is proud to announce the achievement of another record ridership year. MTD surpassed 10.5 million rides in FY2011 which ended in July 2011. We entered FY2012 with the hope of reaching 11 million rides. … Continue reading
Taste of Champaign-Urbana 2012
MTD Marketing Intern, Ross White, is this week’s guest blogger. He began interning in May 2010. MTD’s free giveaways once again stole the show at the Champaign Park District’s 42nd annual Taste of Champaign-Urbana this past weekend June 22-24. Our reusable … Continue reading
Improvements for 2012-2013 Service Year
The 2012-2013 service year begins Sunday, August 19. A 12-month service year gives MTD the opportunity to add improvements to service and respond to concerns. A public hearing was held Wednesday, June 6 to give the community the opportunity to … Continue reading
Playing it Safe 2012
Safe Riding Behaviors MTD loves attending Playing it Safe hosted by Carle. The Champaign County Fairgrounds are a convenient location with plenty of space. Sonic Drive-In provides free hot dogs and potato chips to all attendees (including participants). The event … Continue reading
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Tagged 2012, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District, CUMTD, MTD, outdoor events, Playing it Safe, public transportation, Savoy, Urbana
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Facebook Request
Reminder: There is no service today in observance of Memorial Day. Service resumes Tuesday, May 29. “I have [a] question–and maybe you could address it on your blog. When a bus is pulled over (at a bus stop or by the … Continue reading
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Tagged bus, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana Mass Transit District, CUMTD, MTD, public transportation, Savoy, University of Illinois, Urbana
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Taking MTD to Summer Events
There are many things to love about the summer. For us, we love attending community events! Talking with riders and non-riders about our services, handing out information, and giving away FUNctional goodies are all summer-time treats. MTD will be attending … Continue reading
Summer Service Reductions 2012
Congrats! Hearty congratulations to graduates of the University of Illinois, Parkland College, Centennial, Central, and University High Schools! With degrees obtained and move-out weekend behind us, summer service reductions are firmly in effect. The below reductions will last through the … Continue reading