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Full service returns tomorrow on the #46 Rampart–Loyola Streetcar! The line will run its full route from UPT to Elysian Fields. Routes #8 & #55 also resume normal paths. Stay updated with Le Pass or norta.com. #HowNewOrleansRolls
The Amtrak Mardi Gras Service is here, connecting New Orleans to the Gulf Coast after nearly 20 years.
RTA CEO Lona Edwards Hankins: “Whether you’re arriving in New Orleans or setting out from it, RTA connects you the rest of the way." #HowNewOrleansRolls #ConnectedByTransit
ALT RTA CEO Lona Edwards Hankins joined other city leaders, regional partners, and stakeholders on the inaugural Amtrak Mardi Gras Service train ride—celebrating the long-awaited return of Gulf Coast passenger rail.
Rider Alert – Line 66 Hayne
Due to the full closure of the Seabrook Bridge (expected thru Aug. 22), Line 66 is detoured and terminates at Walmart on Chef. Riders can transfer to the 55 Elysian Fields for service to Leon C. Simon/UNO (0–10 min wait). Check here for updates.
This morning, RTA will conduct a “pull test” of a streetcar on the Rampart Streetcar line, beginning at around 7:30 am. The test will start at S. Liberty St. & Canal St., temporarily obstructing the established detour, before proceeding down Canal St. to North Rampart St.
Sunday, Dec. 31, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m., the Lady and Men Rollers Second Line Parade will be having its second line parade. See graphic for route info.
Due to the fireworks display on New Year’s Eve, the following services will be temporarily interrupted: Canal-Algiers Ferry and #49 UPT/Riverfront service line will not run from 11:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.
Today, the RTA received a letter of intent from the City of New Orleans outlining its commitment to identify a funding source for the $3 million required to maintain current service levels in 2024. The letter of intent will enable RTA to continue operating its ferry service.
New Orleans RTA and JP Transit have joined forces on Le Pass. Now JP Transit and RTA riders can use the Le Pass app to purchase fares and to plan trips on both transit systems. Just in time to plan your way to the Beyonce concert.
@Beyonce @BeyLegion @JeffParishGov
Good news #LA02! @rtaforward has received $24,826,905 from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act I supported. This funding will build a new Downtown Transit Center for the bus and streetcar network, making rides safer and providing convenient facilities.
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@nolaready is putting together a Heat Relief Map ahead of this weekend!
Are you a business or organization that would be willing to listed as a free, public location for cooling off?
Please email them at ready@nola.gov with the location, dates, and hours between 6/14-6/22.
THE ST. CHARLES LINE WILL BE TEMPORARILY CUTTING BACK AT HOWARD AND ST CHARLES, DUE TO THE INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC LIGHT. BUS #
242 WILL SHUTTLE THE PASSENGERS TO
CANAL ST.
Ferry service from the Canal Ferry has been temporarily suspended. A bus bridge has been set up to continue service and passengers will be notified when ferry service will be resumed. Passengers can access bus service at the intersection of Canal St. and Convention Center Blvd.
On Memorial Day, Monday, May 29, all lines will operate on a Saturday schedule. See norta.com/system to view schedules.
UPDATE: On Wednesday, RTA will temporarily suspend downtown service on the St. Charles Streetcar line due to sewer line work being performed by the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans. A shuttle bus service will be provided to passengers from Howard Avenue to Canal Street.
The temporary shuttle service will begin at 3 a.m. Wednesday morning and run daily through Friday, June 2, at 6 p.m. Contractors will perform exploratory excavation of a water line leak and repair a 12-inch water line.
Passengers are encouraged to check for updates on norta.com and follow RTA on social media for real-time updates on Twitter at @neworleansrta (instagram.com/neworleansrta/)
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