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Craft a telework policy to create happy, productive workers
Having happy workers is vital to ensuring a successful company. For many workers, the ability to telecommute or work a hybrid schedule is not only a great way to keep…
Take these steps to reduce the impact of ‘ozone season’
Ozone season is upon us, and it is time to take some precautions to help air quality. The period of March through November is when ground-level ozone, a common air…
RTA still delivers after 17 years
In the 17 years since the plan passed, the RTA has brought improvements from one end of Pima County and the Tucson metro region to the other. Working with member…
Wildlife protections an important part of RTA plan
The voter-approved Regional Transportation Authority plan is about more than roads, bridges, and bike lanes. Among the many aspects of the RTA plan is a responsibility for the stewardship of…
RTA financial and project status report – June 2023
RTA Project Status – Through June 1 Projects in design 81 Under construction/implementation 56 Total number completed 959 RTA Financial Status – Through June 1 Funds expended to date $1.54…
Sunset Road connection project between Silverbell and River underway
Another major Regional Transportation Authority-funded roadway corridor project is in the early stages of dirt flying. While preliminary work on Sunset Road, Silverbell Road to River Road, has been in progress…
PAG completes Federal Certification Review
Every four years, Pima Association of Governments is required to complete a federal certification review. This review allows PAG to share with its federal and state partners the important work…
Stakeholders share their support for RTA Next plan development
Several organizations in the Tucson metropolitan area have submitted their resolutions of support to the Regional Transportation Authority for the development of the next RTA regional transportation plan. A citizens’…
Avoid distracted driving by letting others take the wheel
We hear a “ping” alerting us to a text, and we all know the feeling. We are tempted to look at our phones right away. At home, it’s not a…