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DC Organizations Prepare for Disruptive Metro Maintenance

Associations Now

Starting in June, DC commutes will be tough as Metro begins its year-long restoration plan, and associations need to develop coping mechanisms. With the introduction of the DC Metro “SafeTrack” plan , DC area organizations will have to work with staff to maintain productivity as commutes are disrupted and extended.

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Hospitality Groups: Could Reduced DC Metro Service Derail Business?

Associations Now

Restaurant and hotel associations argue that reduced DC Metro service will hit employees particularly hard and deter customers. The post Hospitality Groups: Could Reduced DC Metro Service Derail Business? The general manager of the District’s subway system wants to permanently shorten its hours. appeared first on Associations Now.

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Detroit Metro CVB: Bankruptcy Won’t Affect Conferences

Associations Now

That’s the message the Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) is making clear this week, days after the city’s unprecedented municipal bankruptcy was announced. Development is ongoing, and Alexander touted police and fire investments, emphasizing safety throughout the metro area, especially downtown.

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Ban on “Issue” Ads in DC Metro System Blocks Popular Advocacy Channel

Associations Now

The many advocacy ads that line the sides of trains, buses, and Metro stations in Washington, DC, may be a thing of the past—at least for a while. The post Ban on “Issue” Ads in DC Metro System Blocks Popular Advocacy Channel appeared first on Associations Now.

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Metro-North Crash Intensifies Calls for Improved Safety, Funding

Associations Now

The theories and questions began to fly almost as fast as the Metro-North commuter train jumped the tracks. But the problems aren’t confined to Metro-North. ” The Wall Street Journal quoted an NTSB official as saying Tuesday that it was “possible that PTC could have prevented” the Metro-North crash.

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Motown magic continues to attract business

Aaron Wolowiec

The Detroit Metro Convention and Visitors Bureau has raised funds for the annual meeting, so members can be confident in the city’s ability to educate and entertain, Graham said. Also, Detroit Metro Airport is an international airport so members traveling from around the globe can easily fly to the meeting.

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We Asked, You Answered: Public Transit Commuter Strategies

Associations Now

On days I Metro to and from work, I like to clean out email on my phone. I have about a 45-minute commute that’s a combination of walking, Metro, and occasionally bus. Read on for some highlights. Maria Matthews. Grassroots Programs/Government Relations, American Society of Civil Engineers. Sarah Lawler.

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