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Jacobs and PA Consulting to Provide Consulting Advisory Services to The Copenhagen Metro

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) and PA Consulting (PA) have been selected by The Copenhagen Metro (Metroselskabet I/S) to be part of its Operations and Maintenance Adviser Framework. The Copenhagen Metro provides fast, sustainable, carbon-efficient transport solutions to more than 300,000 passengers on weekdays.

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  • Framework aids further development of sustainable, connected urban transport solutions
    DALLAS, Nov. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) and PA Consulting (PA) have been selected by The Copenhagen Metro (Metroselskabet I/S) to be part of its Operations and Maintenance Adviser Framework.
  • The Copenhagen Metro provides fast, sustainable, carbon-efficient transport solutions to more than 300,000 passengers on weekdays.
  • The Jacobs and PA team was selected to provide comprehensive research and advice on the operation and maintenance of the metro.
  • The Copenhagen Metro is also working on a potential new metro line, M5, that will connect new city development areas to the east of Copenhagen with 10 stations from Copenhagen Central Station to Lynetteholm and Østerport.

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF METRO LOS ANGELES TO HONOR SUPER BOWL CHAMPION ANDREW WHITWORTH AND LOS ANGELES RAMS FOUNDATION AT 2023 GALA

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Philanthropists, business and entertainment community leaders, local dignitaries, and supporters will gather at Vibiana in Los Angeles for Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles' (BGCMLA) Stronger Together Gala on Saturday, October 21, 2023.

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  • Emmy Award-winning producer and journalist Tanya McRae will host the event, and Super Bowl LVI Champion and 2021 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Andrew Whitworth and the Los Angeles Rams Foundation will receive awards for their commitment and contributions that support justice and opportunity for youth.
  • Past honorees include Kiesha C. Nix of the LA Lakers Youth Foundation, Ed Magee of Fender Play Foundation, and Maggie Baird of Support + Feed.
  • Gala to be hosted by Emmy Award-winning producer and Spectrum News journalist Tanya McRae.
  • Super Bowl LVI Champion and 2021 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Andrew Whitworth and the Los Angeles Rams Foundation will receive awards for their commitment and contributions that support justice and opportunity for youth.

Madison Realty Capital Completes $115 Million Loan for Mixed-Use Multifamily Developments on Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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The borrower group has secured all approvals to redevelop the Wilshire Boulevard site for residential and retail use and has invested significant equity in the transaction.

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  • The borrower group has secured all approvals to redevelop the Wilshire Boulevard site for residential and retail use and has invested significant equity in the transaction.
  • Josh Zegen, Managing Principal and Co-Founder of Madison Realty Capital, said “Los Angeles’ Koreatown neighborhood is extremely well-located and vibrant, sitting at the intersection of the city’s entertainment, nightlife and residential neighborhoods.
  • The properties are located close to LA Metro Rail’s Wilshire/Vermont subway station providing easy connection for residents to Downtown LA.
  • The transaction marks Madison Realty Capital and Harridge Development’s seventh project together in Greater Los Angeles.

Swiftly CEO Jonny Simkin named to Mass Transit Magazine 40 Under 40 and Swiftly recognized on Inc. 5000

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Friday, September 8, 2023
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Mass Transit Magazine recognizes individuals for their industry contributions and who have shown a capacity for innovation, demonstrated leadership and a commitment to making an impact in transit.

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  • Mass Transit Magazine recognizes individuals for their industry contributions and who have shown a capacity for innovation, demonstrated leadership and a commitment to making an impact in transit.
  • 2023 marks the second consecutive year Swiftly has been recognized as one of the 5000 fastest-growing private companies by Inc.com.
  • Swiftly has recently implemented new transit data projects with some of the largest and most innovative agencies in the country.
  • The enhanced Swiftly suite of tools will result in better service and real-time information for Honolulu's multimodal transit riders.

Chad Brownstein named "Community Person of the Year" by Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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NEW ORLEANS and LOS ANGELES, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chad Brownstein has been named inaugural Community Person of the Year by Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana.

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  • NEW ORLEANS and LOS ANGELES, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Chad Brownstein has been named inaugural Community Person of the Year by Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana.
  • We are so pleased to honor and recognize him with the inaugural Community Person of the Year award," said Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana Chief Development Officer Emily Sparks.
  • Mr. Brownstein has committed to match contributions up to $100,000 for an online fundraiser challenge shared equally between Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana and Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles, 100% of all contributions will go directly to the Clubs.
  • Mr. Brownstein has been a loyal partner of Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Louisiana for multiple years.

Shalonda Baldwin Named WSP Northern California Transportation Leader

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Shalonda A. Baldwin has been named Transportation business line leader for northern California at WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Shalonda A. Baldwin has been named Transportation business line leader for northern California at WSP, a leading engineering, environment and professional services consultancy.
  • Baldwin joined WSP in 2022 as senior vice president for the Advisory Enterprise Management and Strategy Team.
  • In her new leadership role, Baldwin supports WSP's strategic growth, technical excellence and project delivery in California.
  • Baldwin serves as an advisor for WSP's Equity Center of Excellence , and she is an active Board Member of the American Public Transportation Foundation.

Pathways LA Distributes Over 800 Backpacks at its Back-to-School Resource Fair for Families in Metro LA

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Children have a fresh start to the school year due to Pathways LA's Back-to-School Resource Fair held earlier this month.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Children have a fresh start to the school year due to Pathways LA's Back-to-School Resource Fair held earlier this month.
  • Pathways LA, a resource and referral provider, hosted its annual event for families living in Metro Los Angeles at El Centro Del Pueblo.
  • A total of 844 backpacks were distributed to families with children ages 3-13 years old to help prepare children for the new school year.
  • Durazo welcomed children and families along with representatives from Pathways LA and PESA.

MOVE America Returns to Austin, Texas This Year for The 3rd Time as America’s #1 Tech Mobility & Start-Up Show

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023
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The event offers a dynamic selection of keynote talks, interactive panel discussions, workshops, booths, and stages dedicated to all-things mobility.

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  • The event offers a dynamic selection of keynote talks, interactive panel discussions, workshops, booths, and stages dedicated to all-things mobility.
  • “MOVE America is where the entire mobility ecosystem attends to discuss collaborations, regulations, procurement and where the latest disruptive technology is showcased.
  • Electric Cab North America – announcing the deployment of 1,000 eCabs along the Texas SH130 Corridor in partnership with the Autonomy Institute.
  • To learn more about the event, buy a ticket, see the agenda, or to inquire about speaking at or sponsoring the event, visit: https://www.terrapinn.com/exhibition/move-america/

L.A. Metro Launches New Fare Capping Policy on Cubic-powered TAP System

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Tuesday, July 18, 2023
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The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) has launched a new fare capping policy using Cubic Transportation Systems’ technology.

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  • The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) has launched a new fare capping policy using Cubic Transportation Systems’ technology.
  • Prior to fare capping, riders could buy daily, weekly or monthly passes, some of which required larger purchases upfront.
  • Fare capping is the latest rider benefit added to the TAP regional contactless fare system, which Cubic and Metro have collaborated on for more than two decades.
  • “The fare change in support of fare capping was approved by the Metro Board of Directors last December.

Iteris Awarded $1.3 Million SaaS Contract by Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for Continued Use of ClearGuide

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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(NASDAQ: ITI), the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced it has executed a three-year SaaS agreement with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) enabling the authority to continue to use ClearGuide® to improve mobility throughout the region.

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  • (NASDAQ: ITI), the world’s trusted technology ecosystem for smart mobility infrastructure management, today announced it has executed a three-year SaaS agreement with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LA Metro) enabling the authority to continue to use ClearGuide® to improve mobility throughout the region.
  • This agreement demonstrates the agency’s continued confidence in ClearGuide and Iteris’ services.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230711337965/en/
    Iteris Awarded $1.3 Million SaaS Contract by Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for Continued Use of ClearGuide (Photo: Business Wire)
    ClearGuide enables the analysis and visualization of traffic data to improve roadway mobility and safety.
  • “With ClearGuide, LA Metro can turn data into insights for smart, data-driven decisions that will improve the accessibility, efficiency and sustainability of the region’s transportation system.”