TriMet announces new security measures, personnel.

TriMet issued a press release yesterday outlining expansion of it’s security measures. Announced enhancements include:

• Hiring 15 more police officers.
• Hiring additional Field Supervisors (who may now check fares) and combining them with Fare Inspectors.
• Working with the District Attorney to request legislative changes to increase fines and penalties.
• Using a TSA grant to add cameras to 6 more MAX stations.

See the press release for greater detail regarding the changes. The release also lists changes previously made regarding security since November, 2007.