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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

FIFA is here and METRO will be running more service than ever. The new service starts June 7 but you can start planning your trip today! There's no better time to try it out. Check out their increased service on local buses, park & ride, and the rail.

Photo of a group of people waiting for the bus. Text reads, " Hey Houston! Want to save time and money during FIFA? Ride the bus."

Two screenshots of the route 108 bus headed towards Market Square Park downtown one week apart from each other. The schedule happening before FIFA takes 1 hour and the schedule during FIFA only takes 12 minutes.

A screenshot of the Transit app showing the route 20 bus arriving at 15 minute intervals due to the increased frequency METRO is putting in place for FIFA. Previously the bus came every 30 minutes.

A screenshot of Apple maps showing 30 minute frequency park and ride bus from Kingwood to Daikin Park. Text reads, "From June 7 - July 11 most park and ride routes will run every 30 minutes, seven days a week, until midnight. Suddenly this opens up new options to get to afternoon baseball games, weekend brunches, and of course FIFA Fan Fest - all without the hassle of driving.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

For FIFA METRO will be transformed. All day Park&Ride, more local buses, and all day rail access to FIFA Fan Fest, Houston Stadium, The Astros, Concerts, and more. It is the BEST time to try out METRO so take a trip and let us know what you think. @theguardian.com www.theguardian.com/environment/...

Screenshot from an article in The Guardian featuring a quote from LINK Houston policy director Peter Eccles, The World Cup will be an opportunity for “more Houstonians to find out that they like public transit very much and they’re going to expect that level of service to continue.”

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

The World Cup changes everything. Main St. will be walkable and for 5 weeks METRO will deliver world class service, regional express routes into downtown, all with expanded hours. This webinar aims to walk us through how to make it last. Register at bit.ly/WorldCupHTX

Flyer advertising the LINK Houston zoom webinar: The World Cup of Houston Urbanism. Making walkability, access, and prosperity last after FIFA. It features Carlee Alm-LaBar from Strong Towns, Beth Osborne from Smart Growth America, Felicity Maxwell from Texans for Housing, Peter Eccles from LINK Houston, and Ruben Garza from Strong Towns Houston. The event is on Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 12 PM noon and you can register for the event at bit.ly/WorldCupHTX

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Transportation accounts for 47% of carbon emissions in Houston ~ 19 million metric tons annually. When you take the bus you reduce your carbon footprint by 55%. Celebrate Earth Day on transit! It's cleaner, cheaper, and moves us in the right direction!

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

We're hosting METRO VP of Specialized Transit Services, Michael Andrade for a healthy discussion on specialized transit offerings. Make sure you register for this Zoom meeting at bit.ly/2026CAN before April 22. Send questions ahead of the call to info@linkhouston.org!

Flyer for the LINK Houston CAN meeting on April 22 at 12 p.m. noon with METRO Vice President Michael Andrade. Register at bit.ly/2026CAN

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

We are kicking off our Equity in Transit 2026 report development! We are surveying transit riders and we need YOUR HELP! 1. Take the survey at bit.ly/EIT26SURVEY 2. Sign up to volunteer at bit.ly/EIT2026 3. Share with your friends, family, and network to get the word out!

Picture of LINK Houston staff and volunteers surveying for Equity in Transit.

Pictures of previous Equity in Transit canvassing sessions.

Monday March 23rd 7:00 - 9:00 AM at Main Street Square
Tuesday March 24th 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Emancipation Park
Wednesday March 25th 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Guadalupe Plaza Park
Monday March 30th 7:00 - 9:00 AM at Diez Park
Tuesday March 31st 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Smith Neighborhood Library
Wednesday April 1st 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Market Square Park
Thursday April 2nd 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Downtown Transit Center
Saturday April 4th 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Guadalupe Plaza Park
Monday April 6th 7:00 - 9:00 AM at Emancipation Park
Tuesday April 7th 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Diez Park
Wednesday April 8th 7:00 - 9:00 AM at Guadalupe Plaza Park
Saturday April 11th 3:00 - 5:00 PM at Diez Park

Take our Houston Transit Rider survey today at bit.ly/EIT26SURVEY

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

Houston has so many wonderful parks and museums easily accessible by METRO bus and rail making them a perfect spring break destination! Experience Houston from a leisurely transit ride and enjoy your day. Tag us in a photo from your trip!

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

Before Rosa Parks, there was Claudette Colvin. At 15, Colvin refused to give up her seat on a Montgomery bus which ignited the movement for transit justice and civil rights. On #TransitEquityDay, we honor her legacy a future where mobility is a right, not a privilege.

Infographic that says, "Today I learned with LINK Houston."

What you should know...
Before Rosa Parks, there was Claudette Colvin.
at age 15 Colvin was the first person arrested for challenging Montgomery’s bus segregation laws.
9 months before Rosa Parks
One of four Black plaintiffs in a federal lawsuit against Montgomery’s bus system.
They won the case, known as Browder v. Gayle, which was affirmed by the Supreme Court at the end of 1956 — paving the way not only for the end of segregation on Montgomery buses, but also on public transportation nationwide.

Picture of Claudette Colvin with her lifespan, 1939 - 2026.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

Tap to pay is finally here! METRO now has this available on every bus and at all rail platforms for your use. As long as you have your tap enabled credit card or mobile wallet you can board the bus. Don't worry you can still pay with cash, but this is a great addition.

Infographic that reads, "Today I learned with LINK Houston."

Infographic with a photo of a new METRO Tap to Pay fare box. Text reads, "METRO has tap to pay."

Infographic that says, "What you should know." "Bullets include You can still pay with cash at the fare box in the front of the bus.

If you have a Q card you can use it until April 4, 2026, but you will not be able to add any money to it after February 28, 2026.

You can transfer your existing Q card funds to the new RideMETRO fare card at any METRO RideStore location. They will just deduct $2 to pay for the new card.

You can obtain a new RideMETRO fare card for $2 and load money on it at any METRO RideStore location, ticket vending machines, and participating retail locations."

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

2025 has been a year of change & growth for LINK Houston. Thank you to everyone who has participated in our trainings, joined us at City Council and METRO board meetings, or followed us on socials. Your passion for a better Houston makes us stronger.

Advocacy version of a Spotify Wrapped graphic for LINK Houston. Includes highlights like 1 new executive director, 70 community members who gave public comments asking for a better METRO budget, over 300 riders surveyed for Equity in Transit, over 700 Houstonians who signed a petition demanding the Red Line get restored, and over 1300 Houstonians who participated in LINK trainings and workshops. There is a photo of the LINK staff.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Your support moves Houston forward. Today and every day we're thankful for you.

Collage of photos from LINK Houston events and media hits in 2025. Text reads, "Thank you to everyone who spoke up this year to make transportation more equitable. You move Houston forward."

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Red line riders have been delayed for over a month now. The City and METRO could fix this today. We will continue fighting alongside you until it is restored systemwide. Until then we encourage you to continue sharing your stories & sign our petition at bit.ly/RestoreRedLine

Story from the Houston Chronicle titled: "Exclusive: Houston slowed downtown trains for politics, not safety, emails suggest." There is a quote from LINK Houston Policy Director Peter Eccles. "The signals project can achieve its goals without removing preemption. Riders appreciate that the city and Metro reversed this change at 16 of 26 intersections, and also their intent to restore reliable service," Eccles said. "Nonetheless, Houston's daily transit riders require more than good intentions. Trips on the Red Line are slower and less reliable than before, and they will stay that way until preemption is restored at all 26 intersections. We urge METRO to fix this mistake now.”

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

We’re still in this fight, y’all! 1/2 the traffic signals are back, but we won’t stop until ALL are restored. Join us Thurs. at the METRO Board meeting to stand up for the 34,000 daily Red Line riders. Sign up to speak by Tues 9AM Sign the petition: bit.ly/RestoreRedLine

Flyer to ask people to show up at the METRO Board meeting and demand the Red Line be restored.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Call to action to attend the METRO Board Meeting on Thursday October 23, at 9 a m to demand that they restore the red line trains to their proper order. You can also sign the petition at bit.ly/RestoreRedLine.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Wear blue 💙 + join us at the METRO Board budget vote! Thurs, Sept 25, 9AM | 1900 Main St. Fill the room so riders are SEEN + HEARD before the final vote. Register by Sept. 23 and email BoardOffice@RideMETRO.org or call 713-739-4834 #HoustonTransit #EquityInTransit

Nostalgic summer lighting picture of a METRO bus with text reading "The Summer I asked for a better metro budget" in the style of the show The Summer I Turned Pretty.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

National #WeekWithoutDriving is Sept 29–Oct 5! To kick it off, we’re hosting a College Night Out with @airalliancehou.bsky.social on Sept 16. Share your transit experiences + needs with free food and drinks thanks to HEB. Open to all students! RSVP: info@linkhouston.org #HelpingHere

Flyer for LINK Houston and Air Alliance celebrating National Week Without Driving at 4920 Cullen Blvd, Houston, TX, 77004 on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 from 6-8 pm. Free food and beverages and you can rsvp at info@linkhouston.org.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

🚨 Today at 12 NOON - the public hearing on METRO’s 2026 budget. No registration needed, you can speak in person or virtually. Riders’ voices matter, don’t miss your chance to be heard! Read more: bit.ly/FY26METRO

Screenshot of a Houston Chronicle article about the FY26 METRO budget. There is a quote on top from the article that says, "We must fully fund and build the METRONext plan as was promised to voters" which was said by Rogelio Castilla.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Want better buses? Do you have a bus shelter at your stop? Demand a better METRO budget this week! Join us Tues 9/9 at Spindletap Brewery to prep for METRO’s FY26 Budget Hearing (Wed 9/10 at noon). Register to speak & your 1st drink’s on us!

Decorative flyer for LINK Houston's social on Tuesday 9/9 to prepare you for speaking at the METRO Budget public hearing on Wednesday 9/10. The social will be at 6:30 pm at Spindletap Brewery. RSVP to info@linkhouston.org

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Equity in Transit 2025 is here to be YOUR advocacy toolkit. Riders want a more frequent, reliable, accessible transit system. Riders want METRONext fully realized. Riders want a better METRO budget. Come to our zoom launch tonight 9/4 at 6:30 PM. Sign up at bit.ly/LINK25EIT

Picture of a countdown calendar with September 4 circled as Equity in Transit 2025 Release date.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

METRO riders know what improvements they want to see in their transit experience. More buses. On-time buses. Accessible buses. Clean buses. Let them know to prioritize this in their FY26 budget! Read more at the @houstonchronicle.com : bit.ly/METRO26

Screenshot of a Houston Chronicle Article on the FY26 METRO budget. List of upcoming dates for the public to engage with the METRO budget cycle. Monday 8/25 at noon is the LINK Houston strategy planning meeting. Tuesday 8/26 at 9 am is the deadline to speak at the METRO board meeting. Thursday 8/28 at 9 am is the METRO board meeting. Wednesday 9/10 at 10 am is the METRO budget public hearing.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 07/08/2025

Ever been ghosted by a bus? You see it on the schedule, wait… and it never shows. Riders deserve real-time GPS & reliable service. Show up 8/28 for the METRO Board meeting @ 9am & tell METRO to stop ghosting us. Fund reliability in the FY26 budget!

A missing poster for a METRO bus. Text reads, "Have you seen this bus? It was scheduled for ten minutes ago but I haven't seen it and now I'm late for work."

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 21/07/2025

Raise your hand if you've ever been personally victimized by a bus not showing up when its scheduled. ✋ Join us this Friday to learn how to advocate for a METRO budget that works for you. This means a budget that prioritizes a Frequent, Reliable bus network in Houston. Register at bit.ly/LHCAN25

Picture of people waiting at a METRO bus stop along a busy road. Text reads, "Let's talk reliability. Friday, July 25th from 12:30-1:30 pm, join LINK Houston for a virtual webinar at bit.ly/LHCAN25"

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

At METRO’s June Board meeting, riders shared how more frequent buses would improve commutes, safety, and public health. METRO is drafting its FY2026 budget now and we want to help you be the best possible advocate for yourself and your community on how the $$$ is spent!

LINK Houston staff and summer intern after the METRO Board meeting.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

METRO released their FY2026 Budget Planning Timeline last month. We're excited to learn more about priorities for 2026 and look forward to healthy public engagement. We plan on ensuring you have all the tools needed to understand and participate in the budget process!

Photo of the METRO Houston 2026 Budget Timeline with added text, "Did you know METRO is about to being their 2026 budget planning?"

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

The Texas House votes on SB 1013 this week. This traffic safety bill would clarify that drivers must yield to people on sidewalks entering driveways—just like they already must when exiting. Send a letter to your rep today! secure.everyaction.com/oIQrPSOS1UuY...

secure.everyaction.com

Support SB 1013

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 22/05/2025

It's been too long since we've seen your faces! Come join us next Wednesday to say hi, chat transit and advocacy, and meet our new Executive Director Robin! We will be at Monkey's Tail from 6-8pm. Register at bit.ly/LINKSocial

Flyer for the LINK Houston May Community Action Network social on Wednesday May 28th at Monkey's Tail. The event will be from 6-8pm and you can register at bit.ly/LINKSocial

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

We are pleased to announce that Robin Holzer is our new Executive Director. Under her leadership we will continue to advocate for safe, climate-just, equitable transportation options in Houston. Read more about Robin: linkhouston.org/link-houston...

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 14/05/2025

Great new series from Community Transit in Washington just started. We'll definitely be tuning in each week! youtu.be/vdJVdNvCVLA

youtu.be

The Transit Effect With Ken Jennings - Ep. 1: The History of Transit

YouTube video by Community Transit

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

Public transit is a public good, but Texas isn’t investing in it. In 2023 METRO received: $899M from local sales tax $251M from the federal government $38M from fares $6M from tolls $0 from the State of Texas Imagine what we could do with a portion of TxDOT's $100B 10YR budget

Picture of METRO buses at a transit center with text that reads, "Do you know how public transit is funded?"

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

Did you know 25% of METRO’s annual sales tax revenue goes to Houston, Harris County & nearby cities? Through the General Mobility Program, over $4 billion has supported street repairs, bridges, traffic signals, sidewalk repair & drainage improvements since inception.

Picture of sign on sidewalk stating nearby construction is a joint City of Houston and METRO mobility improvement project. Text reads, "Did you know that METRO already pays for street repairs?"

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

We have another lunch and learn this month on identifying implicit bias in Advocacy brought to us by RE Collective. Sign up today at tinyurl.com/LINKCAN25

Flyer for the April Community Action Network Meeting on Wednesday 4/23 at noon. The topic of the meeting is how to identify implicit bias in Advocacy. This is taught by RE Collective and you can register at tinyurl.com/LINKCAN25

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

IMPORTANT TEXAS LEGISLATURE HOUSE BILL 🚨🚨 View the Texas Streets Coalition Comment Guide at bit.ly/4jtETmf

Do you think the state should limit how local authorities manage their transportation funds? Then you need to know about Texas House Bill 5177 and Senate Bill 2722 so that you can submit a public comment by 8 a m Thursday April 24th

These bills seek to restrict the use of Harris County Toll Road Authority's excess revenues by limiting expenditures to only road maintenance and law enforcement, prohibit investments for sidewalks, bike lanes, and other pedestrian safety measures, and create other barriers.

If you believe in multimodal transportation options and local authority, the safety of all road users, then you should take action today. Go to bit.ly/4jtETmf to visit the Texas Streets Coalition comment guide

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

One full bus can take up to 60 cars off the road = fewer emissions, less traffic, AND cleaner air for Houston. Choosing transit or car-pooling over driving alone reduces your carbon footprint and helps us build a healthier, more sustainable city.

Photo of Houstonians boarding a METRO bus. Text reads Happy Earth Day!

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

We have another lunch and learn this month on identifying implicit bias in Advocacy brought to us by RE Collective. Sign up today at tinyurl.com/LINKCAN25

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Equity in Transit is LINK Houston’s signature report, blending data + lived experiences. Help shape the 2025 edition by taking our Houston Transit Rider Survey! Whether you ride daily or not at all—we want to hear from you: survey.alchemer.com/s3/8242127/H...

A flyer for LINK Houston's Equity in Transit 2025 Bus Rider Survey. There are 5 photos of METRO bus stops, buses, sidewalks leading to bus stops, and vehicles in various states of repair.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Transportation Advocacy Day was a success! We advocated for better transportation options in the state and legislation that allows multimodal spending by TxDOT. learn more about our legislative priorities: texasstreetscoalition.org/texas-legisl...

LINK Houston staff meeting with a representative from Congressman Miles office.

LINK Houston staff and Community Action Network Volunteers meeting with a representative.

LINK Houston staff with members of the Community Action Network and the Texas Streets Coalition in front of the Texas Capitol.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

The City of Houston budget is confusing. We have guests who will break it down for you. We want to make sure you have all the tools needed to speak with your city officials on how best to spend your taxpayer dollars. Sign up to attend tomorrow's webinar at tinyurl.com/LINKCAN25

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Do you live or work in Alief? Join us tomorrow night at the Alief Super Neighborhood meeting as we hold a Community Listening Session to assess transportation needs in the area. We will also be distributing our 2025 Bus Rider Survey for our upcoming Equity in Transit report.

Flyer for LINK Houston's Community Listening Session at the Alief Super Neighborhood meeting Tuesday March 25th at 6:30 p m. The meeting will be at the Alief Neighborhood Center at 11903 Bellaire Blvd. Houston,TX 77072. We will be discussing how LINK Houston can assess transportation needs in Alief and also distributing our bus rider survey.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

Texans want to choose how to move around their state but the state spends 98% of its funds on highways only. We're going to Austin on April 3rd to tell our state representatives and senators to give us the choice. We hope you'll join us! tinyurl.com/TSCAdvocacy25 1/3

did you know that we’re taking you to transportation advocacy day in austin?

TXdot has a $100 billion budget for the next ten years. 98%
of that is constitutionally dedicated to highways

texans want mobility options. to that end, you’re invited to come to austin with us on april 3rd for transportation advocacy day. We'll provide the bus and lunch, you bring the energy!

The Texas streets coalition has created a set of legislative priorities for the 2025 texas legislative session. you can use these as a guide in your conversation with representatives and senators

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 18/03/2025

www.axios.com/local/housto... "What is being proposed in the renderings does not substitute for how crucial that connection is today," Eccles said. "Polk Street carries all kinds of traffic, peds, bikes, cars, buses. It's one of the few streets that does all of that." 2038 is far away.

axios.com

Polk Street closure plan lacks detours, advocates say

Polk carries the only protected bike lane connecting downtown to the east.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Transportation accounts for nearly half of Houston's greenhouse gas emissions - an area where everything's bigger in Texas isn't a positive. Every person riding METRO is one less car on the road contributing to climate change. 🍀

Green checkerboard background with text that reads, "Riding the bus counts as your something green." There are two four leaf clovers surrounding the text.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

Happy Rodeo y'all! Save yourself the headache and parking fees and take transit this month. The METRORail Red Line is the easiest to use - hop on and exit at the Stadium/Astrodome station. For more information on how to use METRO services visit: www.ridemetro.org/riding-metro...

Photo of METRORail Red Line train with text that reads "Did you know that riding METRO is the easiest way to get to the rodeo?"

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

METRO unveiled the METRONow plan, a rebrand from METRONext, focusing on safety, cleanliness, reliability & accessibility. Concerns raised by bus riders in our Equity in Transit reports. We look forward to ensuring implementation prioritizes riders & mobility for all.

Photo of METRO Board Chair Elizabeth Brock speaking at the METRONow press conference. Text reads, "Did you hear about METRONow?"

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

This Black History Month we celebrate the late Ms. Janis Scott, often known as The Bus Lady. One of Rice’s first Black graduates, she fought for a transit system that ensured access to jobs, healthcare, education and opportunity for all. Her legacy lives on in our work and mission.

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 11/02/2025

The City of Houston plans to cede ownership of Polk St. between Chartres & Avenida De Las Americas—a key link between the East End & Downtown for all road users. Affected? Call 832-395-3122 & contact your council member: www.houstontx.gov/council/ Read more: www.chron.com/news/houston...

Photo of intersection of Polk and Chartres streets. Text reads, "Did you know the city could abandon a street?"

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

Sidewalks are the foundation for moving through your city. You should be able to walk from your home to your bus stop, grocery store, doctor, or school safely on a paved, accessible sidewalk. Houston's sidewalk network is broken and incomplete. Read more: linkhouston.org/sidewalks-20...

Photo of broken sidewalk with overgrown grass leading to a METRO bus stop shelter. Text reads, "Why are sidewalk conditions important?"

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 14/01/2025

It all comes down to options. We use the term multi-modal often and that's because it encompasses all of the ways you can move around your city: walking, biking and public transit. Everyone deserves safe, accessible pathways in their communities and that's exactly what we advocate for.

Photo of Houstonian riding a bike at the METRO Transit Center. Text reads, "What is multimodal transportation?"

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LINK Houston @link-houston.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

Happy 2025 y'all! It's time for another Texas Legislative Session and another opportunity to convince your lawmakers to allow TxDOT to spend money to give Texans options on how they move around their cities. Read more: www.houstonchronicle.com/politics/tex...

Photo of Downtown Houston street with text that reads, "TXDOT spends less than 1% of its annual budget on public transit.

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