Keeping the Region Moving During COVID

with Leslie S. Richards, General Manager, SEPTA

Leslie S. Richards, General Manager of SEPTA, discusses keeping the region moving during the pandemic and the protocols SEPTA has put in place to keep riders and workers safe. SEPTA is also encouraging mask compliance for staff and customers during this time. Recorded December 2, 2020.

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Dec 08, 2020

Hosted by: Jill Horner
Produced by: Freedom Newsmakers Team
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