“While having digital fare options is great in modern times,if there’s the option to get a physical pass or schedule, I am for it!” Earlier this year, San Francisco resident Alex Harmon flew to Austin to visit his aunt and cousin. He shared photos of his visit on X, highlighting…
If you’ve strolled through Plaza Saltillo recently, then the vibrant new artwork adorning the walls of the front building likely caught your eye. Earlier this month, CapMetro orchestrated a captivating event to unveil these stunning murals, brought to life by Julio Cesar Avalos, aka Chous, a muralist and graphic designer…
One of CapMetro’s commitments in creating a reimagined Public Safety program was ensuring the agency established and promoted a secure and compassionate transit environment for all. The Community Intervention Specialists (CIS) are integral in ensuring that commitment is experienced throughout our transit network. As an agency, we understand that some…
Meet Anna, CapMetro’s Transit Oriented Development (TOD) Manager. On a typical day, she’s involved in planning community development near current and future stops and stations. Lately, Anna and her team are advancing Austin’s Equitable Transit-Oriented Developments as part of Project Connect. These people-focused transit plans are similar to traditional TODs…
We love what we do. We’ve been doing it for a long time. Since 1985, CapMetro has worked every day to deliver the best possible transit experience for all customers. At the heart of what we do are our frontline staff, including our operators, engineers, and conductors. Without them, buses,…
Meet Mike, a seasoned bus and paratransit safety manager. In 1992, shortly after immigrating from Ukraine, Mike began his public transit career in New York City, serving as a bus operator for 11 years. Public transit carried him around the country, transitioning into roles in safety at other agencies. In…
