June editorial: Rail projects and court room clashes

My everyday sneakers did not match my tie, but it went with my role playing in court.

Valley Link expected to receive $20 million in federal funding

The Valley Link light-rail system in California is on course to receive $20 million in federal funding.

Sound Transit

Is the path to the passage of a major infrastructure bill already growing weeds?

Even though negotiations continue to be slow, the White House remains somewhat optimistic that a major infrastructure bill can be signed into law over the next few months.

June issue of RT&S now available online

The June issue of Railway Track & Structures magazine features the 2021 RT&S Top Projects list along with a story on emergency slope stabilization and a product review of grade crossings.

Sound Transit

Sound Transit looks at later project completion dates to help temper affordability gap

Buying time is not going to impact Sound Transit’s embattled budget.

MTA ready for major track renewal project

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) announced critical infrastructure work coming to its 6 Avenue and 8 Avenue lines in Manhattan this summer.

Bells & Whistles—Handful of NYC Transit track inspectors fail on the job

With one big veto, Maryland governor chooses roads over rail Fixing a financial crisis with a people mover? Details of HART’s light-rail options released MTA Inspector General ‘alarmed and appalled’ by reports

Réseau express métropolitain provides semi-annual update

The Réseau express métropolitain (REM) is a major public transit project under construction.

HART

Fixing a financial crisis with a people mover? Details of HART’s light-rail options released

The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) said it would be more transparent with the public regarding next steps for its light-rail line currently under construction.

Getting hit with lights: Abandoned rail bridge in Rhode Island escapes the wrecking ball

Instead of demolishing an abandoned rail bridge in Providence, R.I., officials are looking to use the span to play dress up.

Cement mixer strikes railroad bridge with a freight train approaching in Fla.

If it were all turned around, the entire country would have been tuned into Melbourne, Fla., on June 2.

MBTA

MBTA bridge replacement this weekend

Robert Street in Roslindale will be closed from 8 PM on Friday, June 4, 2021, to 4 AM on Monday, June 7, 2021.

Metrolinx President and CEO on court appeal: ‘Contracts defines new approach to pandemic risk’

Metrolinx and Infrastructure Ontario are launching an appeal to a court decision involving project builder Crosslinx Transit Solutions.

Finch West LRT project moving at a smooth pace

The Finch West light-rail transit route has checked off key advances that literally put it on track for important vehicle testing to come later this year, including track work and needed elements for the maintenance and storage facility.

Governor Cuomo announces completion of major construction of East Side Access

A major LIRR project has been completed in New York.

Less than THREE days to nominate for RT&S’s first-ever Women in Railroad Engineering

Railway Track & Structures presents its first-ever Women in Railroad Engineering awards in which the magazine will profile 10 individuals who have made an impact in their respective fields and within their company.

Government of Canada approves changes to improve railway track safety

The Government of Canada is taking action to improve railway track safety to better protect those living and working near Canada’s rail corridors, while also ensuring that railway tracks are in optimal condition to safely move Canadian goods to market.

Transpo Secretary unveils once-in-a-generation investment in light rail and other forms of transportation

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has announced the recommendation of $2.5 billion to advance the construction or completion of 25 rail, bus rapid transit (BRT) and streetcar projects in 12 states, as well as other projects that may become ready for funding in FY 2022.

Railroad crossing work on Jackrabbit Lane in Belgrade, Mont., will take years to develop

Jackrabbit Lane in Belgrade, Mont., doesn’t have the legs to move traffic when a train is moving through, so the Montana Department of Transportation has a plan in place.

Bells & Whistles—Will it be Biden’s infrastructure bill, or something less?

The top news stories RT&S was following the week ending May 28.

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