Friday July 08, 2016
Bill 76 - RTL congratulates newly formed committee for transition to a new public governance structure
Longueuil, July 8, 2016 – The Réseau de transport de Longueuil (RTL) wishes to congratulate Paul Côté and the four members of the transition committee under his chairmanship, Massimo Iezzoni, Céline Desmarteau, Jocelyn Leclerc, and Ginette Sylvain, who were appointed by the Québec Government on July 7, 2016. These appointments are another step toward the creation of a new public transit governance structure pursuant to the adoption of Bill 76 on May 20.
The RTL welcomes any process to improve public transit and infrastructure for residents and commuters in the Agglomération de Longueuil, and the entire metropolitan area.
“On behalf of the members of the RTL Board of Directors and myself, I would like to congratulate all of the committee members, who will have a crucial role to play in the upcoming changes to the governance of the public transit network. The committee can rely on the full cooperation of the RTL team, who are committed to applying their expertise in addressing the issues and challenges facing the Agglomération de Longueuil,” emphasized Colette Éthier, Chairman of the RTL.
About the RTL
The Réseau de transport de Longueuil, the third-largest public transit organization in Québec, is the main transit provider for individuals within the five cities that comprise the Agglomération de Longueuil. With some 1,100 employees, the RTL is a major employer that contributes to the economic vitality of the region.
Ever receptive to its users, RTL plays a key role in the lives of the people and the communities it serves by providing solutions that are efficient, innovative, and adapted to the evolving needs of its clientele. Improving quality of life for the citizens of the Agglomération de Longueuil is a top priority for RTL.
Source:
Claudia Martin
Public Affairs Réseau de transport de Longueuil
450-442-8600, ext. 8145