April 18, 2007
Glenbrook Cables Project Underway
In case you haven't heard, CL&P's Glenbrook Cables Project is underway. CL&P is installing underground transmission cables under Brookside Drive, Ledge Road, and Route 1 in Darien. For progess reports and maps of the affected areas, visit www.glenbrookcables.com.
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August 22, 2006
CT Rail Commuter Council Meeting
Wednesday August 23, 2006 @ 7:00 pm
Business Council of Fairfield County, Stamford
Among the issues to be addressed at this meeting…
- Commuter complaints about over-crowding, no AC
- Report from CDOT on contract for new M8 cars
- Busing on Waterbury and Shore Line East
- Any other issues of interest to commuters
The CT Rail Commuter Council is a volunteer group appointed by the Legislature to look out for the interest of all rail commuters on Metro-North and Shore Line East railroads. All meetings are open to the public and media.
For more info, or to see an agenda of the meeting, visit the Commuter Council's website: www.trainweb.org/ct
Submitted by Jim Cameron
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CT Rail Commuter Council Meeting
Wednesday August 23, 2006 @ 7:00 pm
Business Council of Fairfield County, Stamford
Among the issues to be addressed at this meeting…
- Commuter complaints about over-crowding, no AC
- Report from CDOT on contract for new M8 cars
- Busing on Waterbury and Shore Line East
- Any other issues of interest to commuters
The CT Rail Commuter Council is a volunteer group appointed by the Legislature to look out for the interest of all rail commuters on Metro-North and Shore Line East railroads. All meetings are open to the public and media.
For more info, or to see an agenda of the meeting, visit the Commuter Council's website: www.trainweb.org/ct
Submitted by Jim Cameron
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August 21, 2006
More Work on the Rt. 1 Railroad Bridge
Work continues on the Darien Route 1 railroad bridge. For more information, check the work schedule on the Town of Darien website.
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August 09, 2006
Road Paving Begins August 14th
From Monday, August 14th to Monday, August 21st, the Department of Public Works will be paving several streets. Click here to view the paving schedule.
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July 26, 2006
Road Closures on Rt. 1 at the Railroad Bridge
Connecticut Department of Transportation officials have announced that there will be nightly road closures on Route 1 in Darien, under the Metro-North Railroad Bridge, between West Avenue and Tokeneke Road for demolition of a portion of the existing railroad bridge.
• Beginning Monday, July 31 through Friday night, August 4
The roadway will be closed from 11:00PM to 5:00AM each night that the work is scheduled, in order to remove the existing bridge steel for Track 3. Drivers will need to follow the posted detour signs during this time.
• Westbound Route 1 traffic will turn right onto Sedgewick Avenue and then left on
Leroy Avenue to return to Route 1.
• Eastbound Route 1 traffic will turn left onto Leroy Avenue and then right onto Sedgewick Avenue to return to Route 1.
Please allow for extra time to reach the train station and board your train. The
Connecticut Department of Transportation understands the inconvenience of these
closures and will complete this work as quickly as possible. Your patience and
cooperation are greatly appreciated.
During this time, local traffic will be permitted to access the railroad facilities and
residences, but no traffic will be allowed to pass below the bridge. Traffic control
personnel will be on site directing motorists and pedestrians during the construction
operations. Pedestrian traffic below the bridge will also be obstructed.
This work is part of an ongoing project to replace bridges and catenary on the
Metro-North New Haven Line between South Norwalk and Stamford.
The Connecticut Department of Transportation appreciates your patience as
improvements and upgrades occur on the New Haven Rail Line. These projects support
the State’s continued effort to meet future needs on your public transportation system.
Thank you for your patience.
Submitted by the Connecticut Department of Transportation
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June 21, 2006
Information for Commuters
Check www.darienct.gov for updates on the Metro-North bridge work.
If you'd like to speak to Metro North representatives, attend next week's "Meet the Commuter/Railroad" Day.
CT RAIL COMMUTER COUNCIL TO HOLD “MEET THE COMMUTER / RAILROAD” DAY
Wed. June 28th - Greenwich RR Station
(Stamford CT - June 20, 2006): In an effort to improve communication between commuters and Metro-North, The CT Rail Commuter Council is holding its next “Meet The Railroad / Meet The Commuter” day, Wednesday June 28th - 6 to 10 am at the Greenwich Railroad Station.
A volunteer group of commuters, appointed by the CT legislature, the members of the CT Rail Commuter Council act as advocates for their fellow riders in monthly meetings with Metro-North and CT Dept of Transportation. Most Council meetings are held in the evenings at various stations served by the railroad.
“Often that’s an inconvenient time for commuters to attend,” says Jim Cameron, Chairman of the group. “So we decided to bring the representatives of the railroad to the commuters. That way they’ll be able to get their questions answered right away. And the folks that run the railroad can hear what’s on the minds of their customers.”
In addition to representatives of Metro-North, CT Dept of Transportation, the CT Rail Commuter Council, staffers from other stakeholders in the transportation debate will be in attendance to consult with commuters on transportation alternatives.
The “Meet The Commuter” event will take place on the platforms and in the waiting room where commuters can informally meet face to face with railroad officials to discuss train service.
For more information on the Council's work, visit our website at www.trainweb.org/ct
Information about "Meet the Commuter" submitted by Jim Cameron
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May 16, 2006
Commuter Council Meeting Tomorrow
Metro-North Railroad President Peter Cannito to address Commuter Council
Wednesday May 17th 2006 - 7:00 pm
SACIA – The Business Council
1 Landmark Sq., Stamford CT
Commuters will get the chance to hear from and speak to the man who runs Metro-North at this month’s meeting of the CT Rail Commuter Council.
Among the expected topics of discussion:
- Order status and design of the new M8 railcars
- Continuing issues of overcrowding on trains
- Schedule adjustments and new “early” trains
Commuters, members of the public and media are encouraged to attend. For a copy of the meeting agenda, click here.
For More Information Contact:
JIM CAMERON (Vice Chmn. / Media Liaison) Phone: 203-655-0138
Cell: 203-952-5758 E-Mail: jim@camcomm.com
Submitted by Jim Cameron
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February 14, 2006
CT Rail Commuter Council Meeting
Wednesday February 15th @ 6:00 pm
CDOT Offices, Union Station, New Haven
Among the issues to be addressed at this meeting…
- Report from CDOT on design of new M8 cars
- Report on train fire 1/26/06
- Discussion of MNRR ops during blizzard 2/12/06
- Any other issues of interest to commuters
The CT Rail Commuter Council is a volunteer group appointed by the Legislature to look out for the interest of all rail commuters on Metro-North and Shore Line East railroads. All meetings are open to the public and media.
For more info, or to see an agenda of our meeting, visit our website: www.trainweb.org/ct
For More Information Contact:
JIM CAMERON (Vice Chmn. / Media Liaison) Phone: 203-655-0138
Cell: 203-952-5758 E-Mail: trains@camcomm.com
Submitted by Jim Cameron
Posted by EmilyW at 02:51 PM
December 15, 2005
Impact of Possible Transit Strike on Metro-North Commuters
If there is a transit strike at midnight Thursday, service on Metro-North in Connecticut should not be affected.
Metro-North has assured the Commuter Council that service on the New Haven line will be “normal”, though we would anticipate crowding due to increased ridership.
The railroad will be running additional in-city shuttle trains, stopping in the Bronx, but the cars for these trains will probably not come from New Haven trains. In-city stations on the New Haven line will be served by Harlem line trains.
Union officials from Metro-North have told the Council their workers will come to work, even if there are sympathy picket lines.
There will be a new, temporary station erected at Yankee Stadium to offer park and ride service, as all private cars into Manhattan south of 96th street will be required to have four passengers.
If you are looking for car-pool alternatives, check out Nu-Ride www.nuride.com or MetroPool www.metropool.com . For updates on service, see www.mta.info and click on “service advisory”.
The Council will keep you updated as event warrant. Please forward this information to your friends and colleagues. They can join this e-mail alert list at http://www.trainweb.org/ct/join.htm
Thanks for your continued support!
Jim Cameron
CT Rail Commuter Council
www.trainweb.org/ct
Posted by EmilyW at 10:10 AM
December 13, 2005
Rail Security Forum Tonight
The public is invited to attend the Rail Security Issues in Fairfield County forum at 7 p.m. at Town Hall. State Sens. Duff, Finch, and McDonald will host the Forum. Featured guests: Leonard Boyle, State Department of Public Safety; Commissioner "Skip" Thomas, State Department of Homeland Security; and a representative from the State Dept. of Transportation.
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