Arizona Transit Association (Q1)
Submitted by:
Rick Simonetta, President
The Arizona Transit Association (AzTA) is Arizona’s only statewide organization dedicated to supporting public transportation systems throughout our state. Accordingly, AzTA encourages Pima County residents to vote YES on Question #1 – The Regional Transportation Plan (RTP).
AzTA is comprised of public and private members located throughout Arizona, and it recognizes and supports the tremendous opportunity that the 20-year Regional Transportation Plan provides the people of Pima County. AzTA supports this plan because it addresses cross-town mobility, reduces travel congestion, improves safety and security, and improves all modes of transportation.
The RTP includes nearly $534 million for public transit improvements, including a variety of new and expanded services and facilities:
- Weekend Evening Bus Service Expansion
- Weekend Bus Service Expansion
- Bus Service Frequency and Service Area Expansion
- New and Enhanced Express Bus Service
- New Park-and-Ride Centers
- Community Circulator Services
- Special Needs Transit Service
- High Capacity Modern Streetcar System
AzTA has continually recognized that public transportation is a critical component to maintaining a community’s livability, while simultaneously contributing to its economic vitality. Accordingly, AzTA strongly supports Question #1 – The Regional Transportation Plan.
