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#1 CNJRoss

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Posted 22 December 2016 - 07:47 AM

WTOP radio, 12/21:
 

Metro’s special inauguration SmarTrip cards won’t feature Trump

 

WASHINGTON — Metro is now selling special-edition versions of its SmarTrip payment cards to commemorate the upcoming presidential inauguration.

 

The cards, which sell for $10 and provide unlimited Metro access the day of the inauguration, feature an image of the White House against a red-white-and-blue flag backdrop.

 

Notably absent? Any reference to the soon-to-be 45th president of the United States: Donald Trump.

 

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Posted 22 December 2016 - 06:03 PM

WTOP radio, 12/22:
 

Metro working with Trump inaugural committee to design SmarTrip covers

 

WASHINGTON — A day after Metro started selling inauguration-themed SmarTrip cards that don’t feature President-elect Donald Trump, the transit agency confirmed it’s designing special sleeves for the fare cards.

 

The Presidential Inaugural Committee announced Thursday it’s “working closely” with Metro to design a sleeve for the inauguration-edition SmarTrip cards similar to sleeves that were produced for Pope Francis’ September 2015 visit to D.C., according to a tweet from the committee’s communications director, Boris Epshteyn.

 

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Posted 23 December 2016 - 11:10 AM

WMATA news release, 12/21:

 

Metro begins sales of 2017 Commemorative Inaugural SmarTrip® Card

 

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Metro today began sales of its Commemorative SmarTrip® Card for the 2017 Presidential Inauguration. Available for advance purchase for only $10 -- a 40% savings -- each Commemorative Card comes preloaded with a special one-day pass valid for unlimited trips on Metrorail or Metrobus on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2017. 

 

Metro is promoting the Commemorative Cards as not only a great value, but a smart way to avoid potentially long lines at station vending machines. Customers may purchase the Inaugural SmarTrip Card online at wmata.com/inauguration.

 

"Our goal is to get as many Commemorative Cards into circulation as possible among our Inauguration Day guests so they can skip the lines and head right for the train or bus," said Metro General Manager/CEO Paul J. Wiedefeld. "We encourage everyone coming to the National Mall to purchase theirs in advance."

Group organizers interested in purchasing 25 or more cards may call Metro's bulk sales office (202) 962-5700 for assistance.

There is no track work planned during Inauguration week, from January 14 through 21, to allow Metro to offer extra service to Inauguration events. On January 20, Metrorail will open early at 4:00 a.m. with near rush-hour service on all lines until 9 p.m.

 
For more information about traveling on Metro during Inauguration Day go to wmata.com/inauguration.
 
About the 2017 Commemorative Inaugural SmarTrip Card
  • The Commemorative Card is valid for unlimited Metrorail and Metrobus trips on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2017.
  • Each rider, five years and older, must have his or her own SmarTrip card to use Metro.
  • Riders can load cash value or passes onto the Commemorative Card and use it like any other SmarTrip card on dates other than January 20, 2017.
  • The Commemorative Card does not include parking fees, which will be charged on Inauguration Day. If parking at a Metrorail facility, Metro recommends paying with a credit card (no extra fee will be charged if a credit card is used on Inauguration Day).


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Posted 06 January 2017 - 03:36 PM

WMATA news release, 1/6/17:

 

Presidential Inaugural Committee, Metro announce commemorative SmarTrip® sleeve and encourage Inauguration attendees to purchase SmarTrip® online in advance

 

 

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The 2017 Presidential Inaugural Committee (PIC) and Metro today announced a special SmarTrip® sleeve to commemorate the inauguration of Donald J. Trump as the nation's 45th president. The commemorative sleeves will be distributed at selected Metro stations, free of charge, on the morning of Inauguration Day.
 
In addition, the PIC and Metro are encouraging those planning to attend the Inauguration to purchase their Metro Inaugural SmarTrip cards online in advance to avoid long lines on January 20. The sleeve design features  an image of the President Elect provided by the PIC and includes its inaugural  theme, "Make America Great Again."
 
“The Presidential Inaugural Committee has worked closely with Metro on a commemorative sleeve honoring President-elect Trump’s inauguration. The sleeve will be distributed free of charge on Inauguration Day, January 20th,” said PIC Communications Director Boris Epshteyn. “Americans from every corner of this country will be coming to Washington, D.C. for inaugural events, and we encourage everyone attending to take advantage of the discounted price of the Metro one-day pass and purchase their inaugural SmarTrip card in the next week to avoid the expected wait times.”
 
Metro and the PIC are encouraging everyone planning to take Metro to the Inauguration to purchase a SmarTrip card in advance before the cutoff date of January 13. Each rider age 5 or older needs his or her own SmarTrip card to enter and exit the Metrorail system. The Commemorative Inaugural Card – available at wmata.com for a discounted price of $10 – allows for unlimited travel on Metrorail or Metrobus on January 20, 2017.
 
"Our goal is to get as many Inauguration fare cards into circulation as possible among our so our visitors can skip the lines and head right for the train or bus," said Metro General Manager/CEO Paul J. Wiedefeld. "We encourage everyone coming to the Inauguration to purchase their SmarTrip card online." 
 
Group organizers interested in purchasing 25 or more cards may call Metro's bulk sales office (202) 962-5700 for assistance. 
 
There is no track work planned during Inauguration week, from January 14 through 21, to allow Metro to offer extra service to Inauguration events. On January 20, Metrorail will open early at 4:00 a.m. with near rush-hour service on all lines until 9 p.m.
 

Metro will produce 50,000 of the commemorative sleeves and distribute them to Inauguration attendees on the morning of January 20 at the following popular boarding stations:

  • Vienna  
  • New Carrollton
  • Franconia - Springfield
  • Shady Grove
  • Greenbelt
  • Largo Town Center
  • Branch Avenue
  • Glenmont
  • Wiehle-Reston East
  • Pentagon City

In addition, sleeves will be available from Station Managers at Union Station, Metro Center and Gallery Place.

The sleeves will be distributed free of charge, one to a customer, while supplies last on the morning of January 20. Any remaining commemorative sleeves will be available after January 20 at Metro's sales office, located at 600 Fifth Street, NW, Washington, DC. Metro will advise the public of any remaining supply via social media.

About the 2017 Commemorative Inaugural SmarTrip Card


  • The Commemorative Card is valid for unlimited Metrorail and Metrobus trips on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2017.
  • Each rider, five years and older, must have his or her own SmarTrip card to use Metro.
  • Riders can load cash value or passes onto the Commemorative Card and use it like any other SmarTrip card on dates other than January 20, 2017.
  • The Commemorative Card does not include parking fees, which will be charged on Inauguration Day. If parking at a Metrorail facility, Metro recommends paying with a credit card (no extra fee will be charged if a credit card is used on Inauguration Day).
 
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Posted 06 January 2017 - 06:09 PM

WTOP radio, 1/6:
 

Metro unveils Trump-themed SmarTrip covers

 

WASHINGTON — Metro on Friday unveiled special SmarTrip card covers commemorating President-elect Donald Trump’s upcoming inauguration following controversy last month over the design of the cards.

 

 

The special protective “sleeves” feature a black-and-white portrait of Trump and his signature campaign slogan “Make America Great Again!” They’ll be distributed for free at Metro stations on the morning of the inauguration Jan. 20.

 

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Metro is encouraging travelers to buy cards online ahead of time so they can skip crowds at station vending machines.

 

Metro says the system will open early at 4 a.m. on Inauguration Day and will provide “rush-hour” service on all lines until 9 p.m. that day. There is no scheduled track work during the week of the inauguration.

 

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Posted 17 January 2017 - 08:54 PM

WMATA news release, 1/17:

 
50 CVS stores selling Metro Inauguration SmarTrip Passes

Metro today announced the availability of 2017 Inaugural SmarTrip Passes at 50 CVS/Pharmacy stores throughout the Washington, DC, area. 

 

Each Inaugural SmarTrip comes preloaded with a special one-day pass valid for unlimited trips on Metrorail and Metrobus on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2017.

 

Sold for only $10 -- a 40 percent savings --  the cards are not only a great value, but a smart way to avoid potentially long lines at station vending machines. Metro is encouraging everyone planning to attend the Inauguration to purchase and load a SmarTrip card in advance.

 

Below are the CVS/Pharmacy store locations where Inaugural SmarTrip cards may be purchased while supplies last. Metro recommends calling ahead to verify availability.

 

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About the 2017 Commemorative Inaugural SmarTrip Card

  • The Commemorative Card is valid for unlimited Metrorail and Metrobus trips on Inauguration Day, January 20, 2017.
  • Each rider, five years and older, must have his or her own SmarTrip card to use Metro.
  • Riders can load cash value or passes onto the Commemorative Card and use it like any other SmarTrip card on dates other than January 20, 2017.
  • The Commemorative Card does not include parking fees, which will be charged on Inauguration Day. If parking at a Metrorail facility, Metro recommends paying with a credit card (no extra fee will be charged if a credit card is used on Inauguration Day).

 

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Posted 23 January 2017 - 07:20 PM

WTOP radio, 1/23:
 

Metro offers refunds for delayed inauguration passes

 

 

WASHINGTON — Inauguration-goers who ordered a special, one-day Metro pass but never received the card in time for the big event can request a refund.

 

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Riders who did not receive the cards in time for Inauguration Day can request a refund by calling SmarTrip customer service at 888-762-7874. Once the agent confirms that the card was not used, the refund of the full $10 will be processed. Stessel said customers can keep the card once it arrives.

 

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