Some public agencies understand that their data is our data — some public, or quasi-public agencies has taken a different tack. The New York Mass Transit Authority at one point maintained that transit schedules were copyrighted — nice to see they’ve come to a more reasonable attitude. Whatever their misgivings, this will make their service, and customer relations/communication better.
MTA Will Allow App Developers To Access Transit Data – Gothamist
It’s not all doom-and-gloom for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. The MTA has released its route and schedule information, potentially allowing developers to create apps with accurate subway, commuter train, and bus timetables without facing as much of a risk of legal action from the agency.
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