Official SEPTA press releases, published by Media.
PHILADELPHIA (December 5, 2024) – This week, long-time SEPTA veteran Scott Sauer took on a new role as the Authority’s Interim General Manager. Sauer had most recently been the Chief… Continue reading Scott Sauer Begins Tenure as SEPTA’s Interim General Manager
Public Hearings on 21.5% Proposed Fare Hike Scheduled for Dec. 13 are Cancelled PHILADELPHIA (November 22, 2024) – Today, Gov. Shapiro announced stop-gap funding that will help SEPTA fill its… Continue reading SEPTA Postpones Large Fare Increase Following Gov. Shapiro Funding Announcement
SEPTA crews will work around-the-clock tackling critical track and power maintenance, station upgrades, and intensive cleaning as part of the 2024 Trolley Tunnel Blitz. SEPTA Trolley Routes 10 [T1], 34… Continue reading SEPTA Trolley Tunnel to Close for 2024 Trolley Tunnel Blitz, July 12-29
SEPTA had a 37% decrease in serious crimes on the system during the first half of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, according to new data released today… Continue reading SEPTA Reports 37% Decrease in Serious Crimes Through First Half of 2024
SEPTA Metro Project Advances Along Broad Street Line [B] & Center City Rail Transit Stations
SEPTA will advance its SEPTA Metro Wayfinding program under a contract approved by the SEPTA Board today, representing a bold new customer experience strategy for the agency. The vote allows… Continue reading SEPTA Board Approves Contract for Wayfinding Signage
SEPTA’s Board today approved Operating and Capital Budget proposals for Fiscal Year 2025, advancing plans to fund everyday operations and major improvement projects. SEPTA’s total budget is $2.6 billion for… Continue reading SEPTA Board Approves Fiscal Year 2025 Operating & Capital Budgets: Safe, Clean & Secure
SEPTA today announced the return of an enforcement program for quality-of-life violations as part of an effort to discourage incidents, focus on repeat offenders, and enhance the customer experience. Beginning… Continue reading SEPTA to Increase Fines & Penalties for Quality-of-Life Offenses
Project is First in Nation to Advance Using New FTA Program for Station ADA Overhauls
SEPTA today gathered with federal, state and local officials and other stakeholders at Erie Station to break ground on a new project that will make the Broad Street Line [B]… Continue reading SEPTA Breaks Ground on New Accessibility Project At Erie Station
SEPTA today announced the return of its iconic green and cream Presidents’ Conference Committee (PCC) Trolleys to Route 15, with service starting this Sunday, June 16. SEPTA officials celebrated this… Continue reading SEPTA Announces Return of Historic PCC Trolleys to Route 15
SEPTA Transit Police Efforts Earn Gold Award from American Public Transportation Association
SEPTA and the Transit Police Department have been recognized with the highest honor by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) for efforts to improve the safety and security of customers… Continue reading SEPTA Receives Top National Honor for Efforts to Keep System Safe & Secure
‘Bus Revolution’ Will Now Move Toward Implementation; Changes Will Deliver More Reliable & Frequent Service Across SEPTA’s System
The SEPTA Board today voted to approve recommendations for the Authority’s first-ever comprehensive bus network redesign, previously known as “Bus Revolution.” SEPTA will now proceed to implement the plan, with… Continue reading SEPTA Board Approves Recommendations for New Bus Network
Event will feature Québec and the City of Philadelphia’s Advanced Green Technologies and Job-Creating Solutions
For the second year in a row the Québec government office in New York, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), and the City of Philadelphia, will partner on the second… Continue reading Philadelphia Hosts 2nd Smart and Sustainable Mobility Showcase
Riders Urged to Plan Trips & Purchase Fares Ahead of Time
SEPTA will provide free rides on the Broad Street Line [B] to registered runners of the Blue Cross Broad Street Run on Sunday, May 5, 2024. The free rides will… Continue reading SEPTA Offering Extra Service & Free Rides to Registered Runners for Broad Street Run
Goals: Ensure Equitable Access, Enhance Service Reliability & Frequency
SEPTA has released its final proposal for Bus Revolution, the Authority’s first-ever comprehensive bus network redesign, following an extensive community engagement effort this spring. To inform the updated plan, SEPTA… Continue reading SEPTA Releases Final Bus Revolution Network Proposal
