In Richland, there are organizations that are responsible for operating bus transportation system and bus lines. Generally a commercial bus in Richland operates on a daily schedule and travels through a fixed route, and each passenger pays a fixed fare. The organization that is responsible for these bus lines should portray a passenger-oriented approach in the construction of a global line network along with a fixed timetable. In last few years it has been observed that the need for a passenger-friendly bus line planning system has increased. Bus line planning in Richland is generally described to comprise of four phases; global line network planning, setting timetables, vehicle scheduling and crew scheduling.

Water, Water Everywhere … Part II

By:  Lee Ann Rush                                                     The topic is water; specifically, its availability to the public in light of Nestle CEO Peter Brabeck’s recent megalomaniacal assertion that people should only have access to water if they pay for it.  In a world where water shortages are reason for concern as demand begins to exceed supply, Brabeck’s plan..