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Bike Safely Around the Rails – Don’t Let Your Guard Down

Because so many people are working from home these days, and “Bike to Work Day” just wouldn’t work very well…the whole month of September is dedicated to biking…wherever! Also this month, VTA is...

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Cars and Trains Don't Mix - Don't Let Your Guard Down!

Did you know that California leads the nation in the number of fatalities and injuries of people who “trespass” on railroad tracks? “Trespassing” in the rail industry means “being on the tracks when...

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dis·trac·tion /dəˈstrakSH(ə)n/ Noun - a thing that prevents someone from giving full attention to something else.

September is National Rail Safety Month, and even though safety is our primary concern all year long, this observance provides a great opportunity to remind you: “ Don’t Let Your Guard Down.” These...

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Federal Grant Augments VTA Efforts to Combat Human Trafficking

The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) received a $350,000 federal grant today to help combat human trafficking in Santa Clara County. The grant will allow VTA to launch the new “Not on...

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January is Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Human trafficking, a modern form of slavery, is the world’s fastest growing criminal enterprise. After drug trafficking, it is the world’s second most profitable criminal enterprise, grossing more...

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Downtown Railings Seek to Make the Street Safer and the Train Faster

You may notice a new addition near the light rail line on Second Street in Downtown San Jose. A sleek stainless steel railing lines the space between the sidewalk and the light rail tracks along...

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You Can't Beat a Train - VTA Kicks Off Safety Awareness Campaign

In recognition of Rail Safety Month, in September, VTA is asking you to share an important message to help save lives. The message is “You can’t beat a train.” It sounds simple. It sounds like common...

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Obey VTA Safety Precautions

Safety is the most important issue for any transit agency. In Santa Clara County, protections in place around VTA light rail stations and tracks should never be ignored. This month there were two...

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Safety Around Bus and Rail is Top Priority

We may sound like a broken record, but it bears repeating... often: Safety is our number one priority. VTA bus and rail operators go through extensive safety training to operate their vehicles, but...

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