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The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) is constantly working to help improve roadways and rider mobility throughout the Las Vegas Valley. Check in with us often to find out how we're transforming transit in Southern Nevada.

Journalists should call the following media representatives for information or inquiries related to the RTC.

Tracy Bower, Director of Government Affairs
(702) 676-1730 office
(702) 232-4888 cell

Angela Torres, Public Affairs Administrator
(702) 676-1552 office
(702) 578-4876 cell

Press Releases & Public Notices
February 1, 2012	Club Ride Rewards offers Club Ride commuters with new discounts to local businesses
January 19, 2012	The RTC and Coca-Cola partner to sponsor essay contest that will award laptop computers to local high school seniors graduating in 2012
January 17, 2012	RTC proposes transit service changes
January 12, 2012	Making News At The RTC - January 2012
January 11, 2012	RTC invites students to submit artwork to celebrate Earth Day
December 22, 2011	RTC announces New Year’s Eve transit service detours
December 19, 2011	Save money on your holiday vacation and ride RTC transit to McCarran International Airport
December 13, 2011	RTC will again offer free transit service on New Year’s Eve
December 13, 2011	RTC to offer transit schedule information via text messaging service, rideRTC
December 7, 2011	RTC to hold press conference tomorrow on road safety
December 5, 2011	Anti-graffiti artwork of local fifth graders unveiled on RTC transit vehicle
November 28, 2011	RTC Transit Detours Scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 4 Detours due to Zappos.com Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Marathon
November 22, 2011	RTC reminds shoppers of transit options for popular Black Friday shopping day
November 22, 2011	Save money on your holiday vacation and ride RTC transit to McCarran International Airport
November 18, 2011	Work continues to upgrade traffic signals on Sahara Avenue
November 16, 2011	Save money on your holiday vacation and ride RTC transit to McCarran International Airport
November 15, 2011	Avoid parking lot traffic at the mall -- take transit to do holiday shopping
November 10, 2011	RTC’s Club Ride program recognizes local businesses with Star Awards for commitment to promoting commute options LAS
November 10, 2011	Sahara Avenue road construction update
November 3, 2011	Update on roadway paving and construction on Sahara Avenue
October 27, 2011	Free cycling clinics to be held at the RTC Bike Center
October 20, 2011	Road construction to cause lane closures on Sahara Avenue
October 18, 2011	RTC announces free rides for locals on new express routes in the southeastern portion of the valley starting on Oct. 21 through Oct. 31
October 15, 2011	More than 1,700 cyclists ride down the famous Las Vegas Strip in RTC Viva Bike Vegas 2011
October 10, 2011	RTC launches ridethestrip.com making it easier for leisure and business travelers to plan their transportation in Las Vegas
October 10, 2011	Only two days left to register for RTC Viva Bike Vegas 2011
October 6, 2011	Road construction to cause lane closures on Sahara Avenue
October 6, 2011	RTC partners with businesses to reward transit riders “Be a Tourist in your Downtown” program to save commuters money at favorite local businesses
October 6, 2011	RTC Viva Bike Vegas 2011 will welcome two-time World Series champion Aaron Rowand will ride under the Strip’s neon lights next week
September 29, 2011	RTC Viva Bike Vegas 2011 only weeks away, register now to ride along iconic Las Vegas Strip
September 22, 2011	RTC invites local fifth grade students to submit anti-graffiti artwork, winning design will be featured on an RTC transit vehicle
September 19, 2011	RTC to partner with Interbike for 2012 Viva Bike Vegas Gran Fondo and receives Nevada’s First Bicycle Friendly Business recognition
September 13, 2011	RTC to launch new express transit services and transit service changes on Sunday, Sept. 18
September 12, 2011	RTC to be recognized as Nevada’s first Bicycle Friendly Business and will make a partnership announcement about the 2012 RTC Viva Bike Vegas Gran Fondo
September 1, 2011	RTC and local leaders to preview two new express transit services in the southeastern portion of the valley on Sept. 1 Boulder Highway Express and Henderson & Downtown Express
August 31, 2011	RTC and local leaders to preview two new express transit services in the southeastern portion of the valley on Sept. 1 Boulder Highway Express and Henderson & Downtown Express (Spanish Version)
August 15, 2011	RTC transit service schedule during 2011 UNLV football season
August 15, 2011	RTC Club Ride Commuter Challenge Competition Winners Announced
August 10, 2011	All lanes on southbound I-15 in the northern valley reopened
August 9, 2011	RTC Viva Bike Vegas 2011 announces Miller’s Ale House and Bonanza Beverage as official sponsors
August 9, 2011	RTC Viva Bike Vegas 2011 set for Oct. 15
August 4, 2011	Paving work to cause lane closures on Sahara Avenue between Boulder Highway and Las Vegas Boulevard
July 22, 2011	RTC announces roadwork on Sahara Avenue in western Las Vegas Valley
July 21, 2011	Stratosphere Casino, Hotel & Tower Host Final Employee Event To Help Win the RTC Club Ride Commuter Challenge
July 18, 2011	Public Notice: Notice of Change of Public Hearing Date, Extension of the Public Comment Period for the Proposed Discontinuation of the Unlimited RTC ADA Paratransit Monthly Pass and the Inclusion of a Proposed Consolidation of Paratransit Fares Public Comment Period and Public Meeting (Spanish Version)
June 28, 2011	Public Notice: Federal Highway Administration FHWA/Federal Transit Administration FTA to conduct public listening session on the performance of the transportation planning process (Spanish Version)
June 28, 2011	Local Businesses Compete to Improve Air Quality, Reduce Traffic in Club Ride Commuter Challenge
June 27, 2011	RTC Transit System will Operate on a Sunday Schedule on Independence Day, July 4 (Spanish Version)
June 27, 2011	Roadwork on Las Vegas Boulevard to cause temporary lane closures
June 15, 2011	RTC announces roadwork on Sahara Avenue
June 14, 2011	Sixth Annual National Dump The Pump Day To Be Held June 16
June 7, 2011	City of Las Vegas will launch the RTC Electric Bike Program
June 7, 2011	RTC Viva Bike Vegas 2011 Announces Las Vegas Strip Hotel Partners
May 26, 2011	Notice of Public Hearing and Public Comment on the Proposed September 11, 2011 Transit Service Changes
May 25, 2011	RTC to Host Public Meetings to Inform Residents of Proposed Transit Service Changes
May 24, 2011	Notice of Public Hearing and Public Comment Period on the Proposed Elimination of the Unlimited RTC ADA Paratransit Monthly Pass
May 18, 2011	RTC Viva Bike Vegas 2011 set for Oct. 15
May 17, 2011	RTC Transit System will Operate on a Sunday Schedule on Memorial Day, Monday, May 30
May 16, 2011	Public Notice: 2011-2014 Transportation Improvement Program Amendment (TIP) and Transit Program of Projects (POP)
May 16, 2011	Public Notice: Neighborhood Traffic Safety Study Public Information Meeting
April 27, 2011	RTC recognizes student winners of annual Earth Day art contest
April 26, 2011	Grab your bike and ride in the free RTC Bike Center Tour De Art Bike Ride through First Friday
April 19, 2011	Proposed RTC ADA Paratransit Service Area Change Public Notice
April 6, 2011	Go Green by Commuting Clean on Earth Day
April 4, 2011	RTC announces additional roadwork on Sahara Avenue Travel lane restrictions will be in effect between Rainbow and Decatur Boulevards
March 31, 2011	RTC Viva Bike Vegas 2011 set for Oct. 15
March 30, 2011	RTC announces sidewalk and roadway improvements on Water Street
March 22, 2011	RTC announces additional roadwork on Sahara Avenue, Travel lane restrictions will be in effect between Rancho Drive and Decatur Boulevard
March 14, 2011	RTC Transit passes will be sold at all Mariana’s Supermarkets locations
March 10, 2011	RTC invites students to submit Earth Day themed artwork
March 10, 2011	Transit service extended to Henderson seniors in Anthem and Seven Hills
February 25, 2011	Roadwork on Sahara Avenue in the western part of the valley begins Feb. 28
February 24, 2011	Local leaders celebrate groundbreaking for Sahara Express route
February 22, 2011	Groundbreaking for Sahara Express route will be held Feb. 24
February 16, 2011	The RTC and Coca-Cola partner on a contest awarding laptop computers to 40 local high school seniors
February 4, 2011	Construction on Sahara Avenue to begin Monday night
Last Updated Feb, 1, 2012

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