More changes for Brightline executive team
A new executive team has climbed aboard South Florida’s higher-speed passenger train operator, as it continues to seek investors amid political opposition to its Phase 2 plan. In a release, Brightline named
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LACMTA evaluating six rail options for Sepulveda Transit Corridor
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) is holding a series of three community meetings to discuss six concepts for a future rail line for the Sepulveda Transit Corridor project.
LIRR partners with Waze for crossing safety initiative
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and Waze, a crowd-sourced traffic and GPS navigation software, are collaborating in an effort to improve safety for Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) passengers.
D’Orazio to WSP transit and rail
Julie D’Orazio has been named national market leader for transit and rail at engineering and professional services consultancy WSP USA.
FRA to hold three symposia to discuss PTC
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will hold three symposia in Washington, D.C., throughout the summer to answer questions and address best practices surrounding the implementation of Positive Train Control (PTC).
Dumbarton Rail Bridge could see service return with new agreement
The feasibility of advancing the Dumbarton Transportation Corridor will be explored thanks to an agreement between the San Mateo County Transit District (SamTrans) Board of Directors; Facebook, Inc., and Plenary Group.
INFRA grants: $148M to CREATE and Ohio rail projects
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) recommended 26 projects to be awarded a total of $1.54 billion in federal funds as part of the FY18 Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant program. USDOT had up to $1.56 billion available for grants.
AECOM signs on for N.H. commuter rail
A New Hampshire city is looking to revive its passenger rail service, and has hired an engineering consultant to help.
CTDOT prepares for rail project on Ann Street Bridge
A bridge project that will support work performed as part of the Walk Bridge Program in Connecticut will begin in mid-June.
SCVTA receives ROD for Phase 2 of BART extension
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) notified the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (SCVTA) on June 4 that a Record of Decision (ROD) has been issued for the next six miles of the transportation authority’s Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Silicon Valley Extension.
Silverman to expand Kaplan Kirsch & Rockwell rail practice
Suzanne Silverman has joined the New York City office of Denver-based Kaplan Kirsch & Rockwell LLP as a partner.
NCDOT stages crossing accident to educate drivers on risks
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) Rail Division’s BeRailSafe program, in partnership with N.C. Operation Lifesaver, conducted a staged train crash May 30 in Star, N.C.
FTA, GAO agree on need for CIG policy enhancements, but not action plan
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) issued a report recommending the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) address a trio of statutory provisions concerning the Capital Investment Grants (CIG) program.
FTA allocates $227.5M in emergency funds to public transit systems
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) allocated $277.5 million in Emergency Relief funds for public transportation systems damaged by Hurricanes Harvey, Irma and Maria.
CHSRA: Project has created more than 2,000 construction jobs
The California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) and workers representing multiple union halls announced May 31 that more than 2,000 construction jobs have been created since its high-speed rail project started work.
Kiewit hosts Rep. Moore for Milwaukee Streetcar project tour
The National Railroad Construction and Maintenance Association (NRC) and Kiewit Infrastructure Co. hosted Rep. Gwen Moore (D-WI-4) for a tour May 30 of the Milwaukee Streetcar.
APTA reports commuter rail’s steady progress on PTC
An analysis released by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) has concluded that the nation’s commuter rail industry continued to make progress in its positive train control (PTC) implementation efforts during the first quarter of 2018.
Virginia to study Amtrak extension
A state study is planned on the potential cost of extending passenger rail service into Southwest Virginia.
FTA issues final rule on private investment project procedures
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) issued a final rule aimed at promoting private participation and investment in projects.
SEPTA to start three-month track renewal project on trolley line
Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) will conduct a track renewal project on a portion of its Route 15 trolley line from June 5-September 3, 2016.