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Mobility Committee reviews ACT Plan; staff recommends selective two‑way conversions while keeping some one‑way 'heavy lifters' Transportation staff presented the Austin Core Transportation (ACT) Plan, recommending targeted two‑way conversions downtown while retaining several one‑way 'heavy lifter' corridors (notably 5th and 6th) to preserve transit and cross‑town connections; Vice Chair Kadri circulated a motion sheet calling for more studies, curb management, and implementation steps.

Austin's bold new ACT Plan aims to transform downtown by balancing two-way street conversions with essential one-way corridors for safer, more connected transit.

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#AustinTravisCounty #TX #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #UrbanPlanning #PublicSafety #AustinTransportation

Cedar Park council approves two‑year microtransit pilot with $800,000 cap The Cedar Park City Council authorized a two‑year microtransit pilot contract with Tripp Consulting, approving up to $800,000 for implementation and operations; the program will subsidize rides within a city‑defined service area and include wheelchair‑accessible options and monthly reporting.

Cedar Park is set to transform local transit with an $800,000 microtransit pilot program, offering affordable rides and wheelchair-accessible options for residents!

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#CedarParkWilliamsonCounty #TX #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #CedarParkTransit #PublicTransit

Denton staff outlines local work on NCTCOG’s Regional Transit 2 initiative and seeks targeted pilots NCTCOG’s Transit 2 regional planning framework was presented to Denton’s Mobility Committee; staff proposed a Denton‑specific Transit 2 synthesis study, potential $2–2.5 million federal grant applications, and short‑term implementation 'low‑hanging' projects in coordination with DCTA.

Denton is gearing up for a transformative leap in public transit with its ambitious Transit 2 initiative, aiming to tackle the challenges of rapid population growth and enhance multimodal mobility options.

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#DentonCityDentonCounty #TX #MobilityInnovation #DentonTransit

Jo Hartoyo is Humotech’s new Payor Strategy Advisor

We’re pleased to welcome Jo Hartoyo as Humotech’s new Payor Strategy Advisor.

Jo is a technology executive with more than 20 yrs of experience with major healthcare payors and global enterprise technology organizations.

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#WearableRobotics #HealthTech #MobilityInnovation

'Connecting Aurora' master plan moves toward adoption; staff outlines $45M–$65M short‑term program Consultants and staff presented the final draft of the Connecting Aurora multimodal transportation master plan, outlining a vision, 10 goals, layered networks and a short‑term investment estimate of $45–$65 million for the next 10 years; staff will submit the plan to the Planning Commission and City Council for adoption.

The draft "Connecting Aurora" multimodal transportation master plan is set to transform the city's transit landscape with a vision for safer streets, expanded bikeways, and a $65 million investment for the next decade.

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#AuroraCityDouglasCounty #CO #MobilityInnovation

Regional Transit Authority outlines programs, budgets and growth to Michigan appropriation subcommittee Ben Stupka, executive director of the Regional Transit Authority of Southeast Michigan, told a House appropriations subcommittee the RTA oversaw about $24 million in operating revenue, distributed $11 million to community providers and manages $95 million in federal pass‑through funds while expanding express services, the QLINE and a regional transit app.

The Regional Transit Authority of Southeast Michigan is not just surviving; they're thriving with nearly 30 million rides last year and ambitious plans for expansion and improvement!

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#MI #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #PublicTransport #CommunityAccess

Marty transit reports 30% ridership bump after fare removal; board approves annual progress report Martin County's transit administrator reported a roughly 30% ridership increase after November 2025 fare elimination; the board approved the Transit Development Plan annual progress report and discussed microtransit pilots and fleet right‑sizing.

Marty's transit system saw a staggering 30% increase in ridership after eliminating fares, paving the way for exciting new developments and service enhancements!

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#MartinCounty #FL #CivicAccountability #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #MartinCountyTransit

Committee advances HB 481 with amendment adjusting road‑usage date, clarifies UDOT leasing and fund flow The committee favorably recommended second-substitute HB 481—an omnibus transportation bill with UDOT jurisdiction clarifications, authority to lease mobility‑hub space, repeal of the clean‑vehicle decal program, and changes to road usage charges including a $280 annual registration—after amending an implementation date from 2027 to 2028.

Utah's HB 481 is shaking up transportation with new UDOT powers, a $280 registration fee, and a shift in how funds are allocated—what does it mean for you?

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#UT #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #TransportationFunding #RoadUsageCharges

Jonesboro committee forwards Cubic fare-platform agreement and hears transit upgrades update The Public Services Committee moved Resolution 26014 to the full City Council to authorize a platform service agreement with Cubic Transportation Systems Inc.; staff described a new tap-to-pay fare system, retail reloadable cards, a beta mobile app, shelter installations and plans to restore five-route and trolley service.

Jonesboro is set to revolutionize public transit with a new fare system that allows tap-to-pay and reloadable cards—making travel easier than ever!

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#JonesboroCraigheadCounty #AR #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #JonesboroPublicServices #TransitModernization

UC Davis outlines campus "Moving Forward Together" safety plan to address e-device collisions and mobility hubs UC Davis planners presented a draft local road safety plan focusing on infrastructure, policy and programs to address rising collisions tied to e-bikes and e-scooters, proposing mobility hubs, safety corridor pilots, design changes on Hutchinson Drive and education/enforcement steps.

UC Davis is taking a bold step towards safer campus streets with their new "Moving Forward Together" plan, designed to tackle the surge in e-bike and e-scooter traffic.

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#DavisYoloCounty #CA #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #DavisRoadSafety

Sierra Madre council directs staff to test Uber voucher pilot, allocates interim Prop A funds After hearing Uber Transit present customizable voucher programs for general mobility and seniors, the council told staff to pursue a limited pilot and directed an initial Prop A allocation (Council set aside $100,000 for a pilot) to test vouchers, geofences and senior call‑in options while the transportation subcommittee refines locations and eligibility.

Sierra Madre is taking a bold step towards modern transit solutions by exploring an on-demand mobility pilot with Uber Transit, offering customizable vouchers for residents!

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#SierraMadreCityLosAngelesCounty #CA #MobilityInnovation #EquityAccess #CitizenPortal #SierraMadreTransit

Issaquah reviews MetroFlex performance and weighs circulator or private microtransit options Administration presented MetroFlex performance metrics (Issaquah's share plus King County yields a total cost per ride over $40, average wait ~23 minutes, 55% shared trips) and proposed exploring alternatives — a city-run circulator, Circuit, or renegotiated MetroFlex service — with council asking for route-level cost comparisons and Burlington/Bellevue experience.

Issaquah is reevaluating its public transit options, facing rising costs and mixed council opinions on whether to stick with MetroFlex or explore a new city-run circulator.

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#IssaquahKingCounty #WA #IssaquahTransit #MobilityInnovation #EquityAccess #CitizenPortal #PublicTransit

Boulder transportation advisors hear council’s 2026 legislative priorities, signal support for HB 1065 The Transportation Advisory Board heard a presentation from Heather Stauffer, the city’s intergovernmental affairs officer, on the City Council’s 2026 legislative priorities, including support for House Bill 1065 (transit and housing investment zones), new language on automated vehicles and e-bikes, and monitoring RTD and traffic-penalty bills. Staff reported federal Safe Streets for All funding is expected soon.

Boulder’s Transportation Advisory Board is gearing up for transformative changes in transit and housing with their support for House Bill 1065—could this be the key to a more connected city?

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#BoulderBoulderCounty #CO #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #BoulderTransportation

Plano mayor asks whether current DART service meets the city’s future needs ahead of election Mayor John Muns raised regional transit and DART membership as a question for residents to consider, urging voters to be informed about transit options ahead of an upcoming election.

Mayor John Muns is challenging Plano residents to rethink the future of transit as he questions if the current DART system meets the city's evolving needs.

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#PlanoCollinCounty #TX #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #CivicEngagement #QualityOfLife #PlanoTransit

Greeley City plans to shift paratransit to Via, roll out first transit mobile app Greeley Evans Transit said it will transition its paratransit service to Via Transportation, introduce a paratransit mobile app and seek new fixed‑route software to link services under a customer‑centered “mobility umbrella,” with broader integration targeted by year‑end.

Greeley Evans Transit is revolutionizing paratransit with a new app and a partnership with Via Transportation, all under a customer-focused "mobility umbrella"!

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#GreeleyCityWeldCounty #CO #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #AccessibleTransit #GreeleyCity #ElderlySupport

Glendale gets mid‑study update on Beeline service; consultants propose weekend, late‑night pilots and route tweaks Consultants told the city they collected about 1,300 onboard surveys and proposed several pilots — additional weekend and late‑night service, a midday Route 12 link to Burbank, and an added afternoon bus on Route 8 — with further outreach planned before final recommendations.

Glendale's Beeline transit service is set for exciting changes, including more weekend and late-night options, based on insights from over 1,300 riders!

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#GlendaleLosAngelesCounty #CA #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #GlendaleTransit #PublicTransportation #CommunityOutreach

Rep. McPherson pitches autonomous‑vehicle transit pilot to solve first‑/last‑mile gaps Representative McPherson and lobbyist Crystal Young presented an RFA to fund a scalable autonomous‑vehicle pilot integrating micro‑shuttles and robotaxis with UTA to address first‑/last‑mile transit gaps; the proposal includes a two‑lane structure, year‑1 fleet and infrastructure estimates, and is subject to further regulatory updates to the 2019 framework.

Utah is on the brink of revolutionizing transit with a new pilot program for autonomous micro-shuttles and robotaxis aimed at bridging crucial mobility gaps!

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#UT #MobilityInnovation #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety

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NEXTpittsburgh visits Humotech!

NEXTpittsburgh visits Humotech!

Last week, we welcomed Boaz Frankel from @nextpittsburgh.bsky.social into the #Humotech office for a behind-the-scenes look at how we’re rethinking prosthetic foot selection.

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#NEXTPittsburgh #Prosthetics #WearableRobotics #MobilityInnovation #ClinicalInnovation #PittsburghTech

VTrans presents statewide Mobility Service Guide to House Transportation committee Vermont Agency of Transportation officials showed a web-based Mobility Service Guide to the House Transportation Committee on Jan. 29, 2026, describing active transportation, passenger services, ride‑sharing and public transit options, how the guide will be maintained on GoVermont, and next steps for updates and outreach.

Vermont is rolling out a comprehensive Mobility Service Guide that centralizes transportation options, making it easier for communities to explore innovative mobility solutions!

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#VT #MobilityInnovation #VermontTransportation #ActiveTransportation #CitizenPortal #PublicTransit

Vermont transportation officials outline plan to start mileage-based fee for electric vehicles, aim for 2027 launch Agency of Transportation officials told the House Transportation Committee they will seek statutory language to implement a mileage-based user fee for battery-electric vehicles, leveraging an 80/20 federal-state implementation grant and existing DMV inspection systems; rate-setting work from UVM will guide design.

Vermont is gearing up to implement a groundbreaking mileage-based user fee for electric vehicles by 2027, leveraging innovative technology to address privacy concerns and maximize federal funding.

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#VT #MobilityInnovation #EquityInPolicy #VermontTransportation

Don't miss Season 3 of The Human Part of Humotech!

🎙️ The wait is almost over.

Season 3 of #TheHumanPartOfHumotech #podcast launches Wed., February 4, 2026—bringing bold conversations, powerful perspectives, and the human stories shaping the #FutureOfMobility.

#Humotech #WearableRobotics #HumanCenteredDesign #MobilityInnovation
#Season3 #Mobility

Committee Clears Bill Letting Larger Delaware Cities Authorize Scooter-Share Programs The House Public Safety and Homeland Security Committee released HB 266, which would allow municipalities with populations over 30,000 to opt in to legalize and regulate rental electric scooter-share programs; witnesses said the model would be similar to other app-based mobility vendors and members asked about the 30,000-population cutoff.

Delaware's House Committee just cleared a bill that could pave the way for electric scooter-share programs in cities with over 30,000 residents—are your town's wheels about to get a new spin?

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#DE #MobilityInnovation #UrbanTransport #PublicSafety #CitizenPortal

Seminole County defends Scout microtransit rollout as ridership rises and staff address early glitches County staff told commissioners Jan. 13 that Scout, the new Freebee-operated microtransit service, is gaining riders—about 20,000 monthly—and reaching residents in transit deserts, while staff work to fix app cancellations, adjust capacity and refine SunRail connections.

Seminole County's new microtransit service, Scout, is revolutionizing local transportation with nearly 20,000 rides a month, reaching those who once had no transit options.

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#SeminoleCounty #FL #MobilityInnovation #CommunityAccess #SeminoleCountyTransit #CitizenPortal

Researchers outline mobility sensors, anonymized camera ‘digital cousin’ and public data portal for West Palm Beach A National Science Foundation-funded Center for Smart Streetscapes updated the West Palm Beach CRA on mobility sensors, anonymized camera analytics and community-driven applications; presenters said data and analytics are published publicly and emphasized built-in privacy protections and workforce training.

West Palm Beach is set to transform urban living with cutting-edge mobility sensors and privacy-focused analytics aimed at enhancing safety and community engagement.

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#WestPalmBeachPalmBeachCounty #FL #WestPalmBeachCommunity #MobilityInnovation #PrivacyProtection #PublicSafety

Oxford reviews 2025 highlights: housing, climate, mobility and new grants for local projects Staff presented a year‑end highlights reel on 2025 council goals, noting progress on housing (32 Habitat units, 16 units from Inclusive Housing Resources), climate initiatives including wastewater solar and grants for the senior center, mobility projects including Phase 5 of the Air Trail, and grants totaling about $250,000 for a safety study.

Oxford's 2025 council goals are making waves with groundbreaking housing initiatives, major solar energy projects, and a boost in local business—are you ready to see the impact?

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#OxfordButlerCounty #OH #CitizenPortal #ClimateAction #EconomicDevelopment #MobilityInnovation

Vastnaut Debuts World’s First AI-Powered 4×4 Exoskeleton for Extreme Terrain LOS ANGELES — Vastnaut has introduced an AI-driven 4×4 exoskeleton aimed at redefining mobility support in extreme outdoor and professional environments. The wearable system delivers multi-joint assistance by coordinating power across the lower body, particularly the hips and knees, enabling users to navigate challenging terrain with greater efficiency and reduced fatigue. Using four high-performance motors, […]

Vastnaut Debuts World’s First AI-Powered 4×4 Exoskeleton for Extreme Terrain #AI #Exoskeleton #MobilityInnovation #ExtremeTerrain #WearableTech

Installation & Training at GMU!

Installation & Training at GMU!

Installation & Training at GMU!

Installation & Training at GMU!

Catching up on highlights from our visit to @georgemasonu.bsky.social's EMPOWER Lab!

Huge thanks to Quentin Sanders, Cameron Nurse, and Connor Delaney for making the visit so productive—and fun. We loved capturing these moments with the team!

#WearableRobotics #Caplex #MobilityInnovation #IandT

Uber, Lyft Set To Trial Robotaxis In the UK In Partnership With China's Baidu Uber and Lyft plan to trial robotaxis in London starting in 2026 using autonomous vehicles from Baidu, as the UK fast-tracks approvals for self-driving cars on public roads. CNBC reports: Lyft's testing...

Uber, Lyft Set To Trial Robotaxis In the UK In Partnership With China's Baidu #Technology #EmergingTechnologies #AutonomousVehicles #Robotaxi #MobilityInnovation