CTDOT Asks the Public to Drive Less and Reduce Their Carbon Footprint

🌎 Drive Less CT Climate Challenge Begins on Earth Day ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

Web Version     Connecticut Department of Transportation CTDOT Asks the Public to Drive Less and Reduce Their Carbon Footprint Posted on April 19 , 2024 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) announced today that the annual Drive Less Connecticut Climate Challenge launches on Earth Day (April 22, 2024) and runs through May 31, 2024. In a continued effort to fight climate change, the campaign, sponsored by CTrides, demonstrates the collective impact that individuals can have in reducing harmful greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the main cause of climate change. The Drive Less Connecticut Climate Challenge shows the benefits of using the state's public transit systems, carpooling, vanpooling, biking, walking, or telecommuting, compared to driving. Through the CTrides app, participants can track their progress and clearly see how individual actions can make a difference. This year, the campaign's goals are to eliminate 425,000 pounds of emissions, eliminate 30,000 car trips, and reduce the miles driven by single-occupant vehicles by 480,000 miles. As a new feature this year, the campaign will arrange with its partner, One Tree Planted, to plant 10 trees for every 30 car trips eliminated for up to 1,000 trees across the United States to help clear the air. This six-week challenge also offers participants who record their green trips on the CTrides app chances to win prizes. "Private vehicles remain our state's largest contributor to greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector. This Earth Day, I encourage all residents to drive less and use greener alternatives to get to where they need to go," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "Whether someone is walking or riding a bike, taking a bus or train, or calling for a shared ride on new microtransit services, there are many ways to get around the state. This campaign encourages residents to try these options and help fight climate change." The Drive Less Connecticut Climate Challenge supports Connecticut's goals to reduce GHG emissions by 45% by 2030 and 80% by 2050. To join, download the CTrides app or go to CTrides.com/DLC to set up a free account and start recording any eligible trips to win gift cards valued up to $500. The CTrides app also offers a trip planner that gives residents travel options to destinations throughout Connecticut. "We are excited to support the Drive Less Connecticut Climate Challenge again this year," said Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Commissioner Katie Dykes. "Emissions from the transportation sector continue to be the biggest source of greenhouse gas emissions and asthma-causing air pollution in our state. This challenge is a great opportunity for residents to consider their transportation habits and the collective impact they can have through taking emissions-reducing actions such as biking, walking, utilizing public transportation, and carpooling and vanpooling. I encourage everyone to join the state's effort to fight the climate crisis by joining the Climate Challenge starting this Earth Day." The CTrides app and the Challenge website will feature a dashboard to track the campaign's progress in achieving its goals of reduced emissions, car trips and miles eliminated. Participants will receive weekly email updates on their impact on these campaign's goals and their eligibility for prize drawings. The prize drawings will be held following the end of the campaign. For more information and to register, visit CTrides.com/DLC. About CTrides CTrides is the commuter services program of the Connecticut Department of Transportation designed to provide information on alternate commuting and travel options and services to Connecticut residents, employees, and students, resulting in reduced traffic congestion and improved air quality. Travel options for driving alone include the train, bus, carpooling, vanpooling, teleworking, and walking or biking. The service is free, and everyone is encouraged to visit CTrides.com or call 877-CTrides. Connecticut Department of Transportation 2800 Berlin Turnpike P.O. Box 317546 Newington, CT 06131-7546 860-594-2000 Twitter You're receiving this email because you opted in to receive notices from the Connecticut Department of Transportation. Edit your subscription Unsubscribe instantly

Hartford Line Weekend Schedule Adjustments

Weekend schedule adjustment starts April 6-7, 2024 ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

Web Version     Connecticut Department of Transportation Hartford Line Weekend Schedule Adjustments to Accommodate Amtrak's Grade Crossing Renewal Project Posted on April 1 , 2024 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is alerting customers of the upcoming temporary weekend train service adjustment effective in April and the first weekend of May on the Hartford Line (HL). No schedule changes will be in effect the weekend of April 20-21. This service adjustment is to accommodate Amtrak's Grade Crossing Renewal project on Britannia Street and North Colony Street in Meriden. This project involves installing new concrete crossing pads that allow for vehicles to cross and ensures the crossing remains in a state of good repair. Please note that these adjustments may alter train schedules by as much as 20 minutes, connecting trains may differ, and may impact boarding assignments at station platforms. Trains with schedule adjustments of 10 minutes or more include: Weekend Northbound CTrail 6454 departing New Haven Union Station at 12:15 p.m., 15 minutes later. Amtrak 416 departing New Haven Union Station at 8:10 p.m., 20 minutes later. Weekend Southbound Amtrak 461 arriving at New Haven Union Station at 11:46 a.m., 10 minutes earlier. Amtrak 409 arriving at New Haven Union Station at 2:09 p.m., 10 minutes earlier. Additional train schedules may have modifications of five minutes or less. Passengers can find the latest Hartford Line schedule here and are encouraged to visit HartfordLine.com or Amtrak.com for the latest service information and scheduled departure times. Riders can also sign up for alerts sent directly to their phone or email at HartfordLine.com/service-alerts. Connecticut Department of Transportation 2800 Berlin Turnpike P.O. Box 317546 Newington, CT 06131-7546 860-594-2000 Twitter You're receiving this email because you opted in to receive notices from the Connecticut Department of Transportation. Edit your subscription Unsubscribe instantly

CTDOT, Local Officials, Announce Renaming of the Fairfield Metro Station to Fairfield-Black Rock Station

Along with the name change, additional pedestrian safety improvements are planned at the station 🚉 ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

Web Version     Connecticut Department of Transportation CTDOT, Local Officials, Announce Renaming of the Fairfield Metro Station to Fairfield-Black Rock Station Posted on March 28 , 2024 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) and local officials today announced plans to rename the Fairfield Metro station to Fairfield-Black Rock station in the coming months. The name change will more clearly indicate to the public the communities being served by rail service. Along with the name change, additional pedestrian safety improvements will soon be underway at the station. The new name follows the traditional naming of stations in Connecticut that indicate the town or geographic area being served. Commuters have indicated confusion in finding the Fairfield or Fairfield Metro stations when using navigation apps. At the same time, the parking lot at the station will be made safer for pedestrians walking to the station or parking and walking to the platforms. Planned work includes selective construction of new concrete ramps at the street and mid-lot sidewalks, as well as a new clearly defined pedestrian walkway from the street to the platform area. CTDOT Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto said, "Renaming this station will limit any public confusion about when and where they need to be to catch their train. With added pedestrian safety features also getting underway, the Fairfield-Black Rock station will continue serving as a vital transportation hub. I want to thank Metro-North and the Town of Fairfield for partnering with us on this endeavor." Metro-North Railroad President Catherine Rinaldi said, "Fairfield-Black Rock, I like the way it sounds. Metro-North applauds the Connecticut Department of Transportation's choice to include Black Rock in the renamed station name because the change is aligned with the MTA's own principles for station names in New York to emphasize community names." State Representative Cristin McCarthy Vahey said, "Renaming the station highlights the connection between two growing and thriving transit-oriented communities. The changes to the lot and the planned pedestrian bridge between Fairfield and Black Rock will result in improved safety and accessibility for all train riders. Thank you to the DOT and Representative Stafstrom for their partnership and action on these improvements." State Representative Steven Stafstrom said, "Fairfield and Bridgeport commuters – as well as those coming to shop in and visit the Black Rock community – will benefit from the improved walkability and planned pedestrian safety improvements for this regional asset. Black Rock is a hidden gem, so I am glad the name change will illuminate it for residents and visitors alike." State Representative Jennifer Leeper said, "I'm glad to see these practical, necessary changes coming to Fairfield's Metro station and the name change to provide more clarity for visitors. This station is a critical spot for our commuters, and these renovations will make their experience that much better and safer." State Representative Sarah Keitt said, "I'm excited about the changes coming to the Fairfield-Black Rock Station. The name change and physical updates to the station will make it easier for residents and visitors to Fairfield to find and navigate our beautiful town and all it has to offer." Fairfield First Selectman Bill Gerber said, "I welcome the name change as it more clearly describes the location of the station. Fairfield-Black Rock is a great name for an area that will continue to grow as a vibrant hub for social activity and a cool destination for residents and visitors alike." Work at the station is expected to take approximately three months. During this time, new signage will be installed, websites and travel apps will be updated, and on-board messaging will change. The Fairfield-Black Rock Station is one of 21 rail stations along the New Haven Line in Connecticut, with more than 28 million passenger trips occurring every year.  Connecticut Department of Transportation 2800 Berlin Turnpike P.O. Box 317546 Newington, CT 06131-7546 860-594-2000 Twitter You're receiving this email because you opted in to receive notices from the Connecticut Department of Transportation. Edit your subscription Unsubscribe instantly

Hartford Line Schedule Adjustments Begin Monday, March 18, 2024

Temporary weekday train service adjustments in place to accommodate Amtrak's continuous welded rail project ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌

Web Version     Connecticut Department of Transportation Hartford Line Schedule Adjustments to Accommodate Amtrak's Continuous Welded Rail Project Posted on March 12 , 2024 Temporary weekday train service adjustments are effective Monday, March 18, 2024. The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is alerting customers of the upcoming temporary weekday train service adjustment effective Monday, March 18, 2024, through late-August 2024, on the Hartford Line (HL). This service adjustment is to accommodate Amtrak's Continuous Welded Rail project which will keep the railroad in a state of good repair. Trackwork will take place between North Haven and Windsor Locks and is anticipated to be completed by the end of the summer. Please note that these adjustments may alter train schedules by as much as 12 minutes, connection trains may differ, and may impact boarding assignments at station platforms.   Trains with significant schedule adjustments include:   Weekday Northbound   CTrail 4452 departing New Haven Union Station at 6:30 a.m., 5 minutes earlier. CTrail 4404 departing New Haven Union Station at 8:32 a.m., 12 minutes later. CTrail 4406 departing New Haven Union Station at 11:45 a.m., 10 minutes later.   Weekday Southbound   CTrail 4453 arriving at New Haven Union Station at 7:57 a.m., 5 minutes earlier. Amtrak 471 arriving at New Haven Union Station at 10:28 a.m., 10 minutes later. CTrail 4403 arriving at New Haven Union Station at 12:10 p.m., 7 minutes earlier. CTrail 4415 arriving at New Haven Union Station at 10:52 p.m., 5 minutes earlier.   Passengers can find the latest Hartford Line schedule here and are encouraged to visit HartfordLine.com or Amtrak.com for the latest service information and scheduled departure times.   Riders can also sign up for alerts sent directly to their phone or email at HartfordLine.com/service-alerts. Connecticut Department of Transportation 2800 Berlin Turnpike P.O. Box 317546 Newington, CT 06131-7546 860-594-2000 Twitter You're receiving this email because you opted in to receive notices from the Connecticut Department of Transportation. Edit your subscription Unsubscribe instantly