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Posted by brightonr68 on Tue Sep 15 21:09:04 2009, in response to Re: Full CBTC Shut Down Last Night, posted by arnine on Tue Sep 15 17:37:34 2009. I respectfully disagree with you on this issue. The reasons you brought up to oppose OPTO are not based in reality of how modern transit systems operate and what the real needs of the transit system is. 4 car or full length trains, Operating the doors via cctv is not affected by train length. I do agree that just cutting the Conductor and not revamping other areas to fill in the gaps to help T/O when there are issue with passenger is a mistakeNYC subways needs the following improvements 1) Integrated security and customer service approach to -assist in emergencies - A goal to Monitor 100% of the system via cctv, roaming security or security booths full integrated with NYPD currently less then 10% of the stations and trains are monitored in real time by personel or via cctv(live or on tape) This leads to delayed responces to emergencies, repeated vandalism of stations and trains, frequent fare evasion even in front of station agents and delayed trains by people holding doors. 2)A signal system that can handle more train in rush hour and run faster to cut down commutes from the outer boroughs 3) real time information screens in station to keep passenger abreast of when the next train will arrive. 4)more frequent train service overnight which can be accomplished by running shorter trains more often via OPTO(which cuts down power and maintaince cost) or full length trains using OPTO. You will see a 10% increase or more in nigh time ridership especially in the Manhattan as people move from cab back to the subway generating extra revenue. 5) More ADA station with elevators (more elevators means more elevator fixers jobs) This costs money . The only way this can be provided is to adjust job function to match current needs. Spend the money we are currently on the outdated job functions and redeploy it where it is needed Dedicated door operators are not needed. Dedicated fare sales clerks are not needed. Create a new position that is flexible that includes the job function that are needed from both of the old positions. PRESTO new security customer service position. This saves money because there are fewer total workers needed (less extra extra people) less vandalism fewer painters etc |
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