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

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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

CTDOT Receives $2 Million Federal Grant

Web Version     Connecticut Department of Transportation Connecticut Department of Transportation Receives $2 Million Federal Grant Posted on March 13 , 2024 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) today highlighted a $2 million federal grant it received from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT). The grant funding enables the preliminary engineering, environmental documentation, and public outreach for the River Gateway component of the Greater Hartford Mobility Study. The Greater Hartford Mobility Study outlines transportation projects and improvements in Hartford, East Hartford, and surrounding communities. The River Gateway component improves safety, supports multimodal transportation opportunities throughout the region, and expands cross-river connections. The creation of the region's highway system, including Interstate 91, disconnected neighborhoods from each other and resources in Hartford and East Hartford, impacting health and economic potential. The River Gateway Project will strengthen the City of Hartford's connections to the Connecticut River, East Hartford, and reconnect the Downtown to the surrounding neighborhoods, which have had limited access due to the barrier created by I-91 in the mid-20th century. To remove the existing barrier, the proposed River Gateway Project involves four distinct components: Lowering and capping I-91 from the Founders Bridge to Dillon Stadium. Creating a surface boulevard between the Founders Bridge and Whitehead Highway to address traffic congestion on I-91. Redesigning the Whitehead Highway as an urban boulevard with a connection to Pulaski Circle to the west and the riverfront to the east. Designing a new local bridge over the Connecticut River with bicycle and pedestrian amenities between the Whitehead Highway area and Riverfront Boulevard/East River Drive in East Hartford. "These federal funds are going to increase safety and mobility throughout the Greater Hartford region. Much of our state's infrastructure was designed and built for cars and cut off communities from one another," said Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont. "By refocusing on pedestrians and bicyclists, the state can have roadways that work for everyone. Thank you to President Biden, Secretary Buttigieg, and our entire federal delegation for supporting these funds that improve safety and reconnect our communities." "The Greater Hartford Mobility Study is a generational investment that will improve safety, reduce congestion, reconnect the city, and provide greater access to the riverfront and open space," said Connecticut Department of Transportation of Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "From redesigned highways to improved local roads and new public transportation services and additional bicyclist and pedestrian amenities, the Greater Hartford Mobility Study is a transformational project that benefits all roadway users. Thank you to Governor Lamont and Connecticut's federal delegation for the continuous support as the Greater Hartford Mobility Study continues moving forward." Lowering I-91 and then covering the highway – a process referred to as capping – will create a local boulevard that provides additional recreational and development opportunities for the residents of South Hartford and better connects the waterfront trail networks of East Hartford and Hartford via a new, multimodal river crossing that prioritizes safety,  enhancing the quality of life for residents of both communities. This $2 million grant is part of a larger $21.8 million grant package award by USDOT for the state of Connecticut through the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Program and Neighborhood Access and Equity (NAE) Program. The RCP grant program was established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and the NAE grant program was established by the Inflation Reduction Act. The Greater Hartford Mobility Study, launched in 2020, is organized into four major program components, in an expansive effort aimed at redefining the entire landscape of Greater Hartford's transportation infrastructure. The study is a concerted, long-term effort to elevate mobility, stimulate economic growth, and fortify environmental sustainability across the Greater Hartford Region. For more information about the Greater Hartford Mobility Study, included details on the four program components, visit hartfordmobility.com. 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