The Capital District Transportation Authority is getting $15 million in federal funding to replace its outdated dispatch and vehicle communication system with new state-of-the-art equipment.
The announcement was made by U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer. Congressman Paul Tonko provided a letter of support for the grant: "Anytime we can improve the CDTA services and impact the ridership favorably, and strive and achieve greater efficiencies, that is welcome news, and we're doing it without relying on state or local revenues."
The change will enable bus rapid transit lines and the entire system to communicate in real-time, improving reliability, efficiency and safety.
