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Roaring Fork Transportation Authority (RFTA) manages public transit from Aspen to Rifle, the Rio Grande Trail and Maroon Bells shuttles. Bus Info: 970-925-8484

Aspen, Colorado
Joined February 2009
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As part of #EarthDay we hosted our 3rd Sustainable Transit for a Healthy Planet awards ceremony. Congrats to this year’s Champions of the Challenge! @RFTA, @mtamaryland & @VTA developed award-worthy plans to cut emissions & improve resilience. tinyurl.com/ywm4b8pf
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Did you know? Colorado provides more rural transit than any other state. Colorado, which provides over 13 million rural transit trips annually, is also home to the nation’s first and longest rural bus rapid transit system, run by @RFTA.
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Lesson for future @aspenideas #AspenIdeasHealth meetings: take @RFTA bus to and fro the airport! Free AND easy!
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After having to cut bus service due to a lack of drivers this summer, the Roaring Fork Transportation Authority is back on track for this winter thanks to successful recruiting and creative scheduling. @RFTA ow.ly/FZnF50La8nn
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Please be advised of an upcoming trail closure on the ABC Trail. We appreciate your patience while we apply a protective coating to the bridge deck. Please consider taking the bus during the closure. Questions: Call Parks and open space Department at 970-920-5120
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Driving in the mountains can be a headache, which is why we avoid it all together. We’re lucky enough to have an awesome, local bus system in the Valley. For just a few bucks, you can ride @RFTA between towns or hop on one of the many free shuttles throughout Aspen and Snowmass.
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#TeamCDOT completed the concrete pours on the roundabout on the Maroon Creek Roundabout near #Aspen before the holiday weekend. Lots to celebrate thanks to our partners @ColoradoDOT @USDOTFHWA @pitkincounty and @RFTA
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CEO Dan Blankenship said if @RFTA is successful in securing a grant, there would be an issue of when to offer the free month of rides. There’s currently a shortage of bus drivers, which may affect summer service capacity. ow.ly/PU4V50IVRvw
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Exciting news from @ColoradoDOT and @RFTA... U.S. Sen. John Hickenlooper highlights “More federal grant dollars for Coloradans! Connecting our rural towns with clean public transit is a win for communities and the environment.” Check out the CDOT news release to learn more.
The @ColoradoDOT is receiving $23 million in federal grants that will be used by local partners to enhance green public transit in the Roaring Fork Valley! Read more at the full CDOT news release here: ow.ly/5ay950IrwPP
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FTA’s just-announced grant awards support bus programs in 70 communities across America, providing $409.3 million to modernize transit fleets & facilities, improving access to jobs & opportunities & supporting new-tech buses that take on the climate crisis bit.ly/FY21BusGrants
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The Roaring Fork Valley’s @RFTA is the largest rural transit system in the country. Went for a ride with @SecretaryPete and @SenatorBennet on one of their electric buses!
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REMINDER: Federal law requires that all passengers MUST wear a face covering at all times when riding RIPTA. Anyone without a face covering will be asked to put one on. Stopping the spread of COVID-19 is everyone's responsibility. Please do your part to save lives.
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The Roaring Fork Transportation Authority decided it is worth $1 million to retain existing workers and entice future employees in an extremely tough labor market. bit.ly/3xELlif via @SCondonATimes @RFTA
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Public safety officials are sounding the alarm bell on the likelihood of a large-scale wildfire in Pitkin County, and are urging people to come up with their own evacuation plans and have a “go bag” at the ready. bit.ly/3xnHupA
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NEW: Officials tamper expectations prior to Aspen Highlands closing day on Sunday, say capacity will be limited, the bowl will close at 2 p.m. and there will be no live music, limited alcohol sales. bit.ly/3sEWhdp
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Staying out late? Please be aware of these last bus departures from the Rubey Park Transit Center. RFTA and City of Aspen bus service are operating reduced hours due to COVID-19. Click here for specific bus route schedules: ow.ly/AZC850E1qAq
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.@RFTA looking at adding two weeks to Maroon Bells bus service, running June 7-Oct. 17 or 24 bit.ly/2O9bKUc via @SCondonATimes
On Thursday, the entity’s board of directors supported the bus agency resuming its planning of a regional bike-share study that could run in the $200,000 to $250,000 range. ow.ly/YmV650DyI8I @RFTA @Madski99
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“X Games transportation requires a Herculean effort each year on the part of RFTA. In the current COVID-19 environment, that has placed an added strain on RFTA’s frontline personnel." @RFTA @XGames @Madski99 ow.ly/cQJQ50Dq7l4
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Layer steps to help protect yourself from #COVID19. #WearAMask. Stay at least 6 feet from people who don’t live with you. Avoid crowds and poorly ventilated spaces. Wash your hands often. Get a COVID-19 vaccine when it’s your turn. More tips: bit.ly/3bGvO6p.
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