I want to express my deep sadness for the terrible loss of life associated with the three recent RTD bus accidents.  

I do not have any more detail to offer regarding these incidents beyond what has been covered in recent news reports:  http://www.denverpost.com/search/ci_14841187.  Investigations into the accidents are ongoing, though, and I will share any new information they disclose. 

Regardless, there is no escaping the concern that I know everyone associated with the RTD organization has for any role we had in these incidents.   As the following letter indicates, RTD is taking immediate steps to ensure that our operations are safe:  Safety is RTD’s Top Priority.  You can be sure that I will join with my RTD Board colleagues and RTD staff in addressing any shortcomings that further investigation of the three accidents reveals.

In the meantime, I want to express my personal sorrow for the tragic loss of life and to offer my sympathies to the bereaved families.