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ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT Pennsylvania Public Transportation Pennsylvania Public Transportation ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT Fiscal Year 2014–15 April 30, 2016 On the cover: Mount Joy Amtrak Station Preliminary design, Market Street Bridge looking west Courtesy of Michael Baker International Beaver County Transit Authority Station Courtesy of Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Washington City Transit (now Freedom Transit) Paratransit Bus Courtesy of Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission SEPTA Commuter Train at Secane Station Courtesy of PennDOT The “T” Light Rail, Pittsburgh Courtesy of Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission Capital Area Transit Fixed-Route Bus, Harrisburg Courtesy of Michael Baker International PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT FY 2014-15 April 30, 2016 Dear Fellow Pennsylvanians, I am pleased to submit the Pennsylvania Public Transportation Annual Performance Report for the state 2014-2015 fiscal year. Pennsylvania’s public transportation is moving toward the future, in part with additional and critically needed resources provided by Act 89 of 2013, the far-reaching funding plan that put transit on a more solid footing. The Commonwealth is very fortunate to have a world class transportation system, which adds value to the lives of millions of Pennsylvanians every day. This report shows you how transportation operates throughout our state. Innovations in public transportation help seniors travel safely to the grocery store, allow individuals to book shared ride trips online, and cost effectively get hardworking Pennsylvanians to jobs that drive our economy. This year, the Annual Performance Report reflects the advancements that have taken place, including regionalization and the implementation of cutting-edge scheduling software, solutions that streamline transportation systems and save Pennsylvanians money, while continuing to offer a superior customer product. Please use this document to see how Pennsylvania works for its residents. Included are transit agency performance reports published since the last year. These reports show how transit agencies compare against their peers on specific performance criteria. Capital highlights demonstrate how the added funding provided by Act 89 has been effectively managed to modernize agencies’ fleets, facilities, and other capital improvements. These improvements will be long lasting and allow agencies to maintain a state of good repair into the future. Additionally, the Bureau of Public Transportation revamped its website, www.penndot.gov/doing-business/transit, adding greater transparency and connection with customers. Many dedicated individuals have contributed to the success of public transportation in Pennsylvania, from vehicle operators, mechanics, and clients to communities and private organizations. Pennsylvania continues to invest in its future with pride through quality public transportation programs and capital projects. Sincerely, Leslie S. Richards Secretary Department of Transportation intentionally blank Pennsylvania Public Transportation Performance Report – Fiscal Year 2014-15 TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE Table of Contents Pennsylvania Public Transportation Performance Report – Fiscal Year 2014-15 i-1 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE Section I: Transit Agency Performance Review Executive Summaries ................................... 1 Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANta) .............................................................. 6 Butler Transit Authority (BTA)......................................................................................................... 12 Lower Anthracite Transit Authority (LATS) ..................................................................................... 18 York Adams Transportation Authority (YATA) ................................................................................ 24 Carbon County Community Transit (CCCT) ................................................................................... 30 Hazleton Public Transit (HPT) ........................................................................................................ 36 Indiana County Transit Authority (IndiGO) ...................................................................................... 42 Westmoreland County Transit Authority (WCTA) ........................................................................... 48 Section II: Section 1513 Distribution Factors ........................................................................... 55 Act 44 Passenger Trips .................................................................................................................. 56 Act 44 Senior Citizen Trips ............................................................................................................. 57 Act 44 Revenue Vehicle Miles ........................................................................................................ 58 Act 44 Revenue Vehicle Hours....................................................................................................... 59 Section III: Urban Systems ......................................................................................................... 61 Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) ...................................................... 62 Port Authority of Allegheny County (PAAC) .................................................................................... 66 Altoona Metro Transit (AMTRAN) ................................................................................................... 70 Beaver County Transit Authority (BCTA) ........................................................................................ 72 Berks Area Regional Transportation Authority (BARTA)................................................................. 76 Cambria County Transit Authority (CamTran) ................................................................................ 80 Capital Area Transit (CAT) ............................................................................................................. 84 Centre Area Transportation Authority (CATA) ................................................................................ 88 County of Lackawanna Transit System (COLTS) ........................................................................... 92 County of Lebanon Transit Authority (COLT/LT) ............................................................................ 96 Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (EMTA) .................................................................................. 100 Fayette Area Coordinated Transportation (FACT) ........................................................................ 104 Hazleton Public Transit (HPT) ...................................................................................................... 108 Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANta) ......................................................... 110 Luzerne County Transportation Authority (LCTA) ......................................................................... 114 Mercer County Regional Council of Governments (MCRCOG) .................................................... 118 Mid Mon Valley Transit Authority (MMVTA) .................................................................................. 122 Pottstown Area Rapid Transit (PART) .......................................................................................... 124 Red Rose Transit Authority (RRTA) ............................................................................................. 126 i-2 Pennsylvania Public Transportation Performance Report – Fiscal Year 2014-15 Table of Contents Washington County Transportation Authority................................................................................ 130 Washington, City of ...................................................................................................................... 134 Westmoreland County Transit Authority (WCTA) .......................................................................... 136 River Valley Transit (Williamsport RVT) ........................................................................................ 140 York Adams County Transportation Authority (YATA) .................................................................. 142 TABLE OF CONTENTSTABLE Section IV: Rural Systems ........................................................................................................ 147 Area Transportation Authority of North Central PA (ATA) ............................................................. 148 Butler Transit Authority (BTA) ....................................................................................................... 152 Carbon County Community Transit (CCCT).................................................................................. 154 Crawford Area Transportation Authority (CATA) ........................................................................... 158 DuBois, Falls Creek, Sandy Township Joint Transportation Authority (DuFAST) .......................... 162 Endless Mountains Transportation Authority (EMTA) ................................................................... 164 Indiana County Transit Authority (IndiGO) .................................................................................... 168 Mid County Transit Authority ........................................................................................................ 172 Monroe County Transportation Authority (MCTA) ........................................................................
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