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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
May 18, 2012	RTC, Coca-Cola and Clark County School District School-Community Partnership Program announce student winners of essay contest
May 17, 2012	RTC transit service changes to go into effect May 20
May 14, 2012	RTC and FTA celebrate launch of Sahara Express bus rapid transit line
May 9, 2012	Grand opening ceremony for Sahara Express to be held May 14
May 3, 2012	Freeway ramp meters on Casino Center Boulevard and I-515/U.S. 95 to be activated on May 8 to help manage traffic
April 26, 2012	RTC continues to seek community input about proposed transit fare adjustments through May 17
April 20, 2012	RTC welcomes The Venetian® and The Palazzo® as Platinum Partners in Club Ride Commuter Services Program
April 12, 2012	Tina Quigley appointed RTC General Manager
April 10, 2012	RTC and local leaders will welcome Ride America for Safe Routes as they pedaled their way from Key West, Florida to Las Vegas
March 26, 2012	Get Your Green On and Celebrate Earth Day with a Free Bicycle Ride Tour of Downtown Las Vegas and First Friday Friday, April 6 at 6 p.m.
March 16, 2012	RTC is seeking community input about proposed transit fare recommendations March 16 – May 17
March 12, 2012	RTC’s FAST Division and the city of Las Vegas Alert Drivers to New HAWK crosswalk signal on Sahara Avenue, near 15th Street
March 2, 2012	7-Eleven stores to sell RTC transit passes at more than 135 locations valley-wide
March 1, 2012	RTC announces installation of 150 new solar-powered transit shelters valley-wide
February 27, 2012	RTC holds news conference to announce installation of 150 new solar-powered transit shelters valley-wide
February 13, 2012	RTC transit will operate on a Saturday schedule on Presidents’ Day
February 6, 2012	RTC 2012 Viva Bike Vegas Gran Fondo to start on Las Vegas Strip and include century ride over the Hoover Dam
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
Last Updated May 18, 2012

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