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10/19/2020



Rail News: Security

BART seeks input on new public safety approaches


BART has pledged $2 million in operating funds to provide expanded training to more unarmed civilian employees.
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Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) this month is seeking public input on new public safety approaches for responding to homelessness, behavioral health and substance use issues throughout its system.

BART General Manager Bob Powers has pledged $2 million in operating funds to be reallocated toward providing expanded training to more unarmed civilian employees who provide a security presence and assist riders. The funds were originally identified for enforcement using sworn officers.

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