Metra Promotes Safety Efforts Amid Massive Drop in Ridership
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Commuter rail agency Metra is grappling with a huge drop in ridership and revenue.
On Tuesday, the commuter rail agency launched its new “My Metra” campaign aimed at making former riders and new passengers feel safe taking the train. We talk with Jim Derwinski, Metra CEO and executive director, about health and safety, ridership and funding.
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Metra Promotes Safety Efforts Amid Massive Drop in Ridership
Clip: 9/15/2020 | 6m 27sVideo has Closed Captions
On Tuesday, the commuter rail agency launched its new “My Metra” campaign aimed at making former riders and new passengers feel safe taking the train. We talk with Jim Derwinski, Metra CEO and executive director, about health and safety, ridership and funding.
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