NYS Comptroller: MTA needs new funding for improvements

New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli has announced in a new analysis of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s (MTA) financial plan that the transportation authority needs to acquire new funding sources to avoid raising fares and tolls more quickly than expected.

Metra 2018 budget hikes fares, cuts trains

Metra, the commuter rail division of Chicago’s Regional Transportation Authority, approved a 2018 budget that raises fares and cuts some trains in a bid to close a $45-million operating deficit.

 

MBTA to fund PTC installation with TIFIA and RRIF loans

Two federal loans totaling $382 million will help the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) with its positive train control (PTC) project.

USDOT issues final rule to expand drug testing panel

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issued a final rule to expand its current drug testing panel to include a greater array of opioids among USDOT-regulated industries.

Amtrak preps for next phase of NY Penn Station work

Amtrak has announced several track renewal projects in New York Penn Station as part of its Infrastructure Renewal program that rolled out in summer of 2017.

 

SEPTA working to combat seasonal slippery rail conditions

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is addressing “Slippery Rail” season as changes in the weather cause leaves to fall from trees and onto rail tracks.

Canada and Quebec to fund 11 transit projects in Montreal

Rehabilitation projects to rail infrastructure have been included in a funding commitment from the governments of Canada and Quebec to improve the Montréal area’s transit system.

Draft Supplemental document released for Fresno-Bakersfield section of California HSR project as state seeks to take over environmental reviews

The state of California is looking to assume federal environmental responsibilities for the California high-speed rail project.

PANYNJ proposed 2018 capital budget includes funds for Gateway Program, rail to air connections

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) has proposed a $3.2 billion operating budget and a $3.4 billion capital budget for 2018.

Design-Build RFQ issued for Glendora-Montclair Gold Line extension

A year-long process to solidify a design-build team for the Glendora to Montclair Gold Line extension began with the Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority issuing a Request for Qualifications (RFQ).

Transport Canada to propose fatigue management regs for rail industry

Transport Canada says it is taking steps to address fatigue management in the rail industry.

TxDOT continues to explore Oklahoma-South Texas passenger rail options

A new study has deemed passenger rail service between Oklahoma City and South Texas to be feasible, according to a release from the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).

Lambert to lead Houston Metro for two more years

The Board of Directors of Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (Metro) in Houston approved a new contract in late October for President and CEO Tom Lambert, which took effect Nov. 1.

Maryland Transit Administration to equip LRT lines with roadway worker protection system

Miller Ingenuity and Maryland Department of Transportation have entered into a collaborative agreement to install Miller Ingenuity’s ZoneGuard on Maryland Transit Administration’s Baltimore light-rail lines.

APTA reacts to proposed U.S. tax overhaul

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) sent a letter to members of the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ways and Means to identify its concerns with the proposed overhaul of the U.S. tax system.

MBTA highlights $101M invested in winter resiliency efforts

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is highlighting the $101 million dollars invested in winter preparation and encouraging customers to engage in various communication channels to prepare for upcoming winter commutes.

SNC-Lavalin acquires asset management firm

SNC-Lavalin has acquired Data Transfer Solutions LLC (DTS) for $45 million. The company says the acquisition will add to the capabilities of SNC-Lavalin’s Atkins sector and will enhance service offerings in digital asset management for clients.

Five years post Sandy: “MTA network is better protected”

Flooded tunnels, corroded electrical components and a boat sitting on top of track are some of the images that come to mind when the industry recalls Superstorm Sandy, which hit five years ago.

Granite awarded Sound Transit OMF East sub contract

Granite Construction Incorporated has been awarded a sub contract by Hensel Phelps for the Operations & Maintenance Facility East (OMF East) project in Bellevue, Wash.

Specialized equipment helps MTA fight leaf slime

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is utilizing a fleet of specialized equipment and increased vegetation control methods to help combat a potentially hazardous by-product of autumn: leaf slime.

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