The following charts show that Trimet is no where near the most expensive transit system to operate. This proves management assertions that the union employees are causing the destruction of Trimet to be completely false.
Trimess
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
THEY NEVER HAVE ENOUGH BUS DRIVERS
But they never stop hiring bureaucrats to analyze things
Fare Revenue Analyst
Location: Portland
Closing Date: Open Until filled
Full-time
Salary: $5,314.75 – $7,972.08 Monthly
$63,777.00 – $95,665.00 Annually
Contact: careers@trimet.org | More info: http://trimet.org/careers
Closing Date: Open Until filled
Full-time
Salary: $5,314.75 – $7,972.08 Monthly
$63,777.00 – $95,665.00 Annually
Contact: careers@trimet.org | More info: http://trimet.org/careers
TRIMET RIDERSHIP DOWN
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| MAX keeps getting hammered by commuters |
Weekly system boarding rides were down 6.0% in May.
MAX week day ridership was down 8.5%
Bus week day ridership fell by 4.2%
Weekend ridership fell 3.2% on buses
Weekend ridership on MAX fell by 11.8%
TRIMET IN A TIE WITH TRIMETSCANNER!
This is the first time in history that TRIMET had an actual real time tweet and actually TIED Trimet scanner!
THE BULLSHIT PILES UP HIGH AT TRIMET
Contact Bruce Hansen
Perception Not Protection
Two TriMet operators had a close encounter of a terrifying kind while at work last Thursday afternoon. The operators were waiting at the 82nd and Powell bus stop. Operators consider this to be a particularly dangerous bus stop for their passengers and themselves.
How did this happen
The contract was the same for all of these years yet the benefits as % of wages has more than doubled. Continued hiring and expansion has accounted for the the increase in expense categories but that doesn't explain the benefits as % of wages. Is this all as a result of health care costs? The health care costs are the only variable in the equation. The next question that would follow is why has Trimet not looked for alternatives to the blue cross plan if that is the major cost factor.
They're going to consider the bill tomorrow
https://olis.leg.state.or.us/l
It appears that they may not take testimony. I may just e-mail Rep Gorsek myself.
This is the amendment that is on the agenda:
https://olis.leg.state.or.us/l
You can watch it live here: http://www.leg.state.or.us/lis
Also, if you haven't seen it, the testimony from the public hearings:
https://olis.leg.state.or.us/l
https://olis.leg.state.or.us/l
It appears that they may not take testimony. I may just e-mail Rep Gorsek myself.
This is the amendment that is on the agenda:
https://olis.leg.state.or.us/l
You can watch it live here: http://www.leg.state.or.us/lis
Also, if you haven't seen it, the testimony from the public hearings:
https://olis.leg.state.or.us/l
https://olis.leg.state.or.us/l
TRIMET PUBLIC RECORDS DIDN'T CHARGE ME
That's right, to my surprise Trimet did not charge me for the Neils notes!
And I just found out that you no longer have to print out and sign the public records request form , you can do it all on line now!
Inspection of public records: Public records are available for inspection weekdays, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., excluding observed holidays. No person examining records may remove them from TriMet or write on them, fold them, or otherwise alter their appearance.
Public records fees:
View the list of fees TriMet is authorized to charge under public records law.
THE ONLINE FORM IS HERE-->TriMet: Request for Inspection of Public Records
And I just found out that you no longer have to print out and sign the public records request form , you can do it all on line now!
Request for Inspection of Public Records
Submit the form below to inspect or receive a copy of a TriMet record.
Requests to inspect or receive a copy of a TriMet record must be authorized by TriMet's Legal Department. TriMet may request additional information or clarification from the requestor if necessary to expedite TriMet's response to the request.Inspection of public records: Public records are available for inspection weekdays, between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., excluding observed holidays. No person examining records may remove them from TriMet or write on them, fold them, or otherwise alter their appearance.
Public records fees:
View the list of fees TriMet is authorized to charge under public records law.
I am interested in:
THE ONLINE FORM IS HERE-->TriMet: Request for Inspection of Public Records
NEILS BULLSHIT
Now brought to you by the friendly people at the Trimet public records department!
It’s that time of the year when schools across our region are letting out for summer. (Let’s hope we start to see the summer part!) (hahaha funny Neil) With all those kids out – it’s a
reminder not just for our professional staff of bus and rail operators – but for all of us to take a couple extra seconds when we’re driving to watch for any kids or
for that matter, more cyclists on the streets. Having had two little squirts (haha, Neil is getting funnier by the day ) at one time myself, I know that parents can easily be distracted and a little one might
wander off and into traffic.(a big one too) That’s where that extra attention you can give comes in handy. I know I’m not alone when I have to remind myself to leave the phone
on the seat or turn the radio down a bit. (what stations do you listen to Neil?) I just know that we all want our little ones to come home safely. (don't forget the big ones Neil) So please, take care when you’re out there driving. And
of course, enjoy every moment our beautiful summers bring!
Neil (OK Neil)
reminder not just for our professional staff of bus and rail operators – but for all of us to take a couple extra seconds when we’re driving to watch for any kids or
for that matter, more cyclists on the streets. Having had two little squirts (haha, Neil is getting funnier by the day ) at one time myself, I know that parents can easily be distracted and a little one might
wander off and into traffic.(a big one too) That’s where that extra attention you can give comes in handy. I know I’m not alone when I have to remind myself to leave the phone
on the seat or turn the radio down a bit. (what stations do you listen to Neil?) I just know that we all want our little ones to come home safely. (don't forget the big ones Neil) So please, take care when you’re out there driving. And
of course, enjoy every moment our beautiful summers bring!
Neil (OK Neil)
TRIMET 'ONE OF THE BEST' IN THE COUNTRY?
I grew up in the Boston area and spent a lot of time on the MBTA. Compared to the MBTA Trimet is mickey mouse transit. See for yourself
Monday, June 24, 2013
BLAST FROM THE PAST-THE COVERUPS BEGIN
Who was the employee who got hold of it? Oh yea it was me! I never told the story publicly how I got hold of that but someday I will!
KANSAS CITY LOOKING FOR BUS OPERATORS
And take a peek at what is included in their job description:
(it turns out this isn't even a 'transit bus driver' position, but
I still like the philosophy)
(it turns out this isn't even a 'transit bus driver' position, but
I still like the philosophy)
A philosophy of “what matters to you, matters to us” at work in our environment
Holy cow, never see anything like this at Trimet!
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