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U.S. Reps Jim McGovern (D-MA), Ed Markey (D-MA) and Niki Tsongas today commended the U.S. Department of Transportation for providing $750,000 in federal American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funding for the Metrowest Regional Transit Authority.

The Authority covers the communities of Hopkinton, Holliston, Wayland, Natick, Framingham, Sherborn, Ashland, Marlborough, Southborough,Weston and Sudbury.

This stimulus funding will be used by the Authority to purchase one 25-foot replacement bus, three sedans for Americans with Disabilities Act Service, ADA Paratransit Operating Assistance, ADP Hardware and Software (mobile data terminals inside the vehicles with GPS capabilities and hands-free communications).

-This is terrific use of federal stimulus funding,- Rep. McGovern said. -Safe, reliable public transportation is essential for economic development. It's also good for the environment. I commend the Metrowest Regional Transit Authority for all of their good work.-

-These funds will ensure that the MetroWest Regional Transit Authority will be able to continue providing critical access to public transportation for all MetroWest residents, all while contributing to a cleaner environment,- said Rep Markey. -The MWRTA has also initiated creative programs such as GPS supported route updates, so that consumers can track their bus schedules in real-time. I commend the MWRTA for such smart and efficient practices and their contribution to our community.-

-Without public transportation, it can be nearly impossible for some residents to get to and from work, to doctor's appointments, and around their communities,- Rep. Tsongas said. -These recovery funds will enhance our public transportation infrastructure and I commend the MWRTA for putting these funds to good use.-