Friday, November 29, 2024

CTDOT is alerting the public that an elevator at the Bridgeport Transportation Center near Track 4 is out of service for repairs through the end of the year

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CTDOT Alerts Public of Elevator Outage at Bridgeport Transportation Center

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is alerting the public that an elevator at the Bridgeport Transportation Center near Track 4 is out of service for repairs through the end of the year. While the repairs are being completed, additional transportation accommodations are being provided to help customers reach their destinations safely. 

While the sole elevator on the Water Street side of the Bridgeport Transportation Center is out of service, station ambassadors will be assisting customers using mobility aids or who would have difficulty using stairs, reach their destinations. Ambassadors will work with Metro-North Railroad to attempt to route trains to an opposite boarding platform with operational elevators. If that is not possible, ambassadors will call an on-call ADA accessible vehicle service at no charge to the customer.

"We are working as quickly as we can to get the elevator back in service and limit disruptions to customers," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Bureau Chief of Public Transportation Benjamin Limmer. "While these repairs are underway, we're ensuring customers have accessible options to reach their destinations safely. We thank the public for their patience as this project moves forward."

All rail customers are encouraged to pre-purchase their rail tickets before boarding. Customers may use the MTA TrainTime app or ticket vending machines conveniently located at most New Haven Line stations. For information on how to use the app, visit new.mta.info/traintime.

For real-time service updates and information, customers can use the following options:

  • MYmta app – Customers who use the comprehensive MYmta app will see real-time travel information for all MTA services in one place.
  • new.mta.info – The "Service Status" box at new.mta.info is always the definitive source for the latest status for each line.

For those who prefer to contact the MTA by telephone, information is available by dialing 511. Connecticut customers should call (877) 690-5114. Those who are deaf or hard of hearing can use their preferred service provider for the free 711 relay to reach the MTA at 511.


Thursday, November 14, 2024

Connecticut River Ferry Season to Close November 30

CTDOT reminds the public that historic ferries will close for the 2024 season on Saturday, November 30. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌
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Connecticut River Ferry Season to Close November 30

The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) reminds the public that historic Connecticut River ferries will close for the 2024 season on Saturday, November 30. Until then, the Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry and the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry will operate on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. and on weekends from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Services will not run on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 28, 2024.

The two historic CTDOT owned and operated ferries are among the most unique modes of transportation in the country, where pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles are all welcome. Thus far this season, both ferries have carried nearly 102,000 passengers and roughly 45,000 vehicles across the Connecticut River. Ferry season 2024 opened on Friday, April 26. Both services were delayed from the anticipated April 1 start due to high water levels on the river.

"Connecticut ferries provide a wonderful alternative option across the scenic Connecticut River," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "High water levels delayed the start of this season by several weeks, still warm temperatures have allowed thousands of commuters, cyclists, individuals, and families, to experience all the services Connecticut ferries have to offer. The public still has a couple weeks to travel on a historic ferry with Master Captains Blaise Clemente and John Kennedy and the CTferry crews. We look forward to a successful 2025 season next year on the Connecticut River."

The Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry is the nation's oldest continuously operating ferry, first coming into service in 1655. It travels between Rocky Hill and Glastonbury on the Connecticut River, providing a crossing between Hartford and Middletown. The Chester-Hadlyme Ferry launched service in 1769. It continues the scenic Route 148 between Chester and Hadlyme and is a shorter travel route than crossing over the East Haddam Swing Bridge. This year the Selden III, the vessel that transports the public across the river, celebrated its 75th year of service.

While the ferries plan to close for the season on November 30, services may experience interruptions due to weather conditions, water levels, or mechanical issues. Any closures or delays will be posted on the CTDOT real-time travel and traffic website CTroads.org.

For additional information on the ferries, including fares, schedules, and detailed history, please visit CT.gov/DOT/CTferries.