transportation authority

Public transit overseer

A transportation authority is a government agency responsible for planning, operating, or overseeing public transit systems within a region.

These bodies typically manage buses, subways, commuter rail, and other mass transit services: The Metropolitan Transportation Authority runs New York's subway system.

Transportation authorities may also handle roads, bridges, and infrastructure planning.

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stop · compliance · community outreach · map · fare · jurisdiction · public hearings · sustainability · legislation · maintenance · enforcement · budgeting · fleet management · subways · rail line · trains · funding · board meeting

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public vs private operation

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App-summoned car service

Lyft · taxi company · freight company · trucking company · limousine service

regulatory power vs regulated entity

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Licensed brand operator

organized system vs. informal/individual transport

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Individually owned vehicle

walking · cycling · hitchhiking · carpooling

Family

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