Category: public transit

And the Oscar Goes to…

February 15, 2024 by Elaine Ferrell

I’ve never paid much attention to the Oscars, but I have noticed that public transit plays a leading role in many of my favorite movies. Despite which movies win Oscars this year, transit is always a winner! Here are some ways in which public transit has been in the spotlight.

Is Zero a Fair Transit Fare?

July 25, 2023 by Russell Pildes

What makes a fair fare? (Try saying that ten times fast…) Foursquare ITP last covered zero-fare transit in August 2021. While the concept of “going fare free” was not new at that time, it was still making its way out of policy debates and into pilot programs.

Transit à la français

June 20, 2023 by Alanna McKeeman

I was lucky enough to take a five-day getaway with my spouse to Paris earlier this year. The weather was chilly but thankfully sunny, and we were able to explore various parts of the city.

Transit of the Future: Public Transportation in Science Fiction

March 21, 2023 by Sam McCormally

Spaceships get all the attention, but it occurred to me recently that the cities of science fiction tend to have unusually robust public transportation systems.

Thankful for Sustainable Transportation

November 15, 2022 by Elaine Ferrell

This Thanksgiving season, I’m reflecting on new things to be thankful for. Since joining Foursquare Integrated Transportation Planning, Inc. (Foursquare ITP) in July, I am thankful to be able to contribute to our work in providing sustainable transportation.