KOLO TV and the Regional Transportation Commission (RTC) have created a new weekly news segment focused on transportation in the Truckee Meadows. “The Road Ahead with RTC” airs on Tuesdays at 6:20AM during “Daybreak.” This weekly news segment will feature experts discussing a wide range of transportation issues. Following each broadcast, webcasts of each interview will be available here on the web channel for at least one month.

November 3: Construction Season Slows

Grant Youngren of Granite Construction is busy wrapping up the road construction season. He tell us why you’ll still see some cones and crews out there as we near the end of 2009.

October 27: RTC 4TH STREET STATION Takes Shape

Chris Tschirhart, RTC engineer and project manager for the brand new downtown Reno transit center, details the construction project that is taking shape right before our eyes.

October 20: Trunk or Treat with the RTC

Trunk or Treat is a super-sized way to help local kids celebrate Halloween. Felicia Archer shares information about this partnership of community agencies.

October 13: RTC Transit is a Safe Place for Kids

The Children’s Cabinet’s partnership with RTC makes RTC RIDE buses a safe place for kids in need. Mike Pomi is the new executive director of the Children’s Cabinet that operates the Safe Place Program. Finding a safe haven could save a life. In partnership with the Children’s Cabinet, RTC buses all over town are a nearby alternative to unsafe situations.

October 6: RTC RAPID Launches October 11

The brand new RTC RAPID is about to make a big splash. Reno City Councilman and RTC Chairman Dave Aiazzi announces how you can Ride the Rapid.

September 29: Celebrating 30 Years of Regional Transportation in the Truckee Meadows

RTC celebrates its 30th Anniversary this year, and Tom Taelour, RTC director of finance, has an interesting perspective since he has been with the agency since almost day one.

September 22: Back the Pack with Spirit!

All eyes are on the Wolf Pack as football season gets in full swing at home this week. UNR Assistant Athletic Director Keith Hackett shares the game plan for backing the Pack with Spirit – RTC SIERRA SPIRIT that is.

September 15th: RTC Transit Service Changes in October

Felicia Archer, RTC public information officer, details the transit service changes and fare structure adjustment effective October 11, 2009.

September 8th: Transit to the Balloon Races

Steve Trounday, board president of the Reno Balloon Races provides insider tips on how to get the best vantage point to take in the sights and sounds of the event that takes helium to new heights.

September 1, 2009: RTC-5 Receives Final Approval

The two-year push for extra funding for streets and highways pays off – in pavement. Derek Morse, RTC interim executive director, shares the news that RTC-5 passed the final hurdle at the Washoe County Commission on August 25.

August 25: Vista Boulevard Scheduled for Widening

RTC Vice Chairman Ron Smith brings the welcome news of the Vista Boulevard widening project. Eliminating the bottleneck in Sparks between N. Los Altos and Wingfield parkways will improve the commute. Groundbreaking is set for Aug. 27.

August 18: The Road Ahead

Students carry the books and RTC transit carries the students wherever they need to go. Eli Reilly, President of the Associated Students of the University of Nevada, tell us what’s happening on campus as we near the first day of classes.

August 11: Getting to Events

Drawing visitors to town is good for the economy. Helping them get around for major events using transit is a big help for all of us. Felicia Archer, RTC public information officer, shows how to get to special events on public transit.

August 4: Pedestrian Safety

RTC transportation planner Patrice Echola is focused on pedestrian access and safety. She talks about special patrols in the community reminding drivers and others about pedestrian safety.

July 28: One more approval needed for RTC-5 to take effect.

RTC Interim Executive Director Derek Morse talks about the last hurdle for RTC-5 implementation—when the Washoe County Commission is takes action on August 11.

July 21: MyRTC Provides Free Email Updates

Felicia Archer, RTC public information officer announces MyRTC – an new website feature that keeps everyone informed and up-to-date about RTC services including road projects and transit alerts.

July 14: Victorian Avenue Improvements Phase 2
Warren Call, project manager for the RTC provides information on the second phase of road improvements on Victorian Avenue.

July 7: Carve Your Name In Stone
RTC Marketing’s Michael Moreno announces the return of a special program at RTC CENTENNIAL PLAZA. Businesses and individuals are invited to order engraved pavers to be installed at the Sparks transit center.