WMATA Plans for Federal Aid

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From this morning's Express:

WASHINGTON | Metro expects to receive and estimated $ 230 million from the federal economic stimulus package to fund new equipment and infrastructure, officials said Thursday. Transit system officials presented a list of projects to reginal transportation leaders Wednesday, saying the money will help create some jobs and improve service. But the money falls short in solving the transit agency's largest budget shortfall in it's 33-year history. The project include replacing old buses and platforms, installing energy-efficient lighting at stations and building a railcar inspection and test facility. In addition, there are plans to install more SmarTrip vending machines, update train arrival signs, revamp the Metro Center customer service sales office, and replace vehicles for MetroAccess, a service for the disabled.