Who
, U.S. Senator Harry Reid, Governor Brian Sandoval, Samsung SDS, University of Nevada, Las Vegas (51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ) representatives and other local, state, federal and business leaders will host the grand opening of the RTC 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Transit Center on Wednesday, September 4.
What
The RTC 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Transit Center will have its official opening on the campus of 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ. The location of the center puts it within walking distance to key 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ facilities, including the Thomas & Mack Center, Cox Pavilion and various other 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ academic and administrative buildings.
The grand opening also serves as the official launch of the RTC's UPASS program, designed to provide attending students and faculty at three major public higher education institutions with a discounted transit pass. Additionally, the event will announce the upcoming new open payment pilot program called "TransitTap," of which the RTC has partnered with Samsung SDS to implement along the Centennial Express route. Samsung executives will share details on the newly developed technology and its potential to improve transit service.
When
Wednesday Sept. 4, 2013 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where
RTC 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Transit Center at 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ, 1135 E. University Road, Las Vegas
Visual
The 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Marching Band, Hey Reb! (mascot), 51³Ô¹ÏºÚÁÏ Rebel Girls (dance team) and Extreme Team (BMX group) will perform during the event, which is being sponsored by Samsung SDS. Elected and key business leaders will speak.
About the RTC
The RTC is the transit authority, transportation planning agency and regional traffic management agency for Southern Nevada. The RTC's vision is to provide a safe, convenient and effective regional transportation system that enhances mobility and air quality for citizens and visitors. The RTC encourages residents and visitors to use alternate commute modes to help reduce traffic congestion, clean the air and improve the quality of life in Southern Nevada. RTC transit service carried more than 60 million passengers last year and is one of the most efficient transit systems in the nation. For more information on the RTC, visit or use your mobile device to access the RTC's Ride Tracker, a GPS-based, mobile website that enables transit riders to easily see when buses are due to arrive.
