CTDOT Announces Finalization of Proposed Rail Fare Changes

Web Version     CTDOT Announces Finalization of Proposed Rail Fare Changes Posted on July 30 , 2025 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) today announced the finalization of proposed rail fare changes for rail services in the state of Connecticut. The first of two proposed fare increases will go into effect on Monday, September 1, 2025. The biennial state budget adopted in June resulted in a funding gap to support current rail services. The following fare increases will go into effect to avoid reductions to service levels: 5% fare increase on Metro-North Railroad services in Connecticut and CTrail Hartford Line and Shore Line East services, effective September 1, 2025 5% fare increase on Metro-North Railroad services in Connecticut and CTrail Hartford Line and Shore Line East services, effective July 1, 2026 Fares are a critical source of revenue to CTDOT and its service providers' ability to operate a safe and reliable transportation system, while helping to support rising costs. More information about the rail fare changes, including fare tables, are available at ct.gov/dot/proposedtransitchanges. CTDOT accepted comments regarding the proposed changes between June 6 and July 6, 2025. Four public hearings were held in-person and virtually as well as two pop-ups at rail stations. "These fare increases will help maintain existing rail service levels by keeping the same number of trains on the schedule for our customers," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. Customers are encouraged to sign up for alerts by email on rail operators' websites for the most up-to-date service announcements. A list of transit providers can be found ct.gov/dot. 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 Releases the 2025 Customer Experience Action Plan Progress Report

Web Version     CTDOT Releases the 2025 Customer Experience Action Plan Progress Report Posted on July 29 , 2025 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) today released its second annual Customer Experience (CX) Action Plan Progress Report. The Action Plan Progress Report provides customers with yearly updates on action items that directly serve to improve the transit customer experience statewide. Actions are categorized into three priority focus areas: Improved Service, Easier to Use, and Enhanced Accessibility and Comfort. Progress made in the past year includes notable improvements on the following action items: New Microtransit options to fill the gaps in fixed-route local bus service & Rail Service Improvements that can get customers from New Haven to Grand Central in under 90 minutes. Over 6,000 trips using contactless fare technology during the pilot of Tap & Ride on select transit buses. Rail Station ADA Accessibility Improvements for eight stations statewide, including the start of construction at the relocated Naugatuck Rail Station. View the July 2025 CX Action Plan Annual Progress Report. "We are excited to release our annual update to the Customer Experience Action Plan. The CTDOT team is focused on progressing and prioritizing efforts that will improve service, enhance accessibility and comfort, and make transit easier to use," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Public Transportation Bureau Chief Benjamin Limmer. "Customer Experience is at the heart of what we do, and we're happy to report several additional projects from the Action Plan have been completed this year. We expect these initiatives to continue making a positive impact on the transit customer experience." CTDOT unveiled its first-ever Customer Experience (CX) Action Plan in June 2023, which was drafted after statewide public outreach throughout 2022. The Action Plan outlines programs, policies, and investments to improve bus and rail services for all of Connecticut. In the CX Action Plan, CTDOT committed to providing annual updates on progress. The CTDOT Customer Experience team continues to hold pop-up events at transit hubs and community events throughout summer to share Annual Progress Report highlights and to connect with transit customers. For more information, view upcoming events, and to the read the CX Action Plan and the Annual Progress Reports, visit transitcx.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

CTDOT Reminds Drivers to ‘Check Your Height, Know It’s Right’

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Web Version     CTDOT Reminds Drivers to 'Check Your Height, Know It's Right' Posted on July 22 , 2025 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) announced today a new public awareness campaign aimed at helping drivers avoid hitting low bridges with vehicles. The "Check Your Height, Know It's Right" campaign is a multi-state effort that encourages people to check that their vehicle is not too tall to safely fit under bridges that extend over state and local roadways. These overhead collisions, commonly known as bridge hits or bridge strikes, not only damage vehicles and infrastructure, but they also cause delays and put the public and emergency responders at risk. In Connecticut, a low bridge is hit almost daily. "Drivers often rely on GPS apps and trust it will find the fastest route for their commute. However, those apps are not designed to be used with non-passenger vehicles, such as rental trucks or commercial vehicles, and do not flag potential low bridge issues," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "Drivers are responsible for knowing the height of their vehicle and being observant for and complying with posted bridge heights. Keep yourself safe by knowing your vehicle's height." The "Check Your Height, Know It's Right" campaign is aimed at all classes of drivers, such as CDL and passenger class drivers, operating commercial trucks, leased and rented trucks, and recreational vehicles. Data shows that drivers may not always consider vehicle height and related restrictions during operation. For example, a typical 26-foot moving/delivery truck may have a height ranging from 11' to 13'-6". In Connecticut, there are more than 700 low bridges under 14'-6", including on the Merritt Parkway, where trucks are prohibited, as well as throughout railroad corridors. CTDOT along with a number of state transportation agencies are adopting the "Check Your Height, Know It's Right" campaign with the support of The Eastern Transportation Coalition, a partnership of 19 states and D.C. focused on connecting public agencies across modes of travel to increase safety and efficiency. The campaign builds on an innovative New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) initiative that led to this multi-state collaborative effort. 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 Awards $57.3 Million in LOTCIP Funding

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Web Version     CTDOT Awards $57.3 Million Through the Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program in Fiscal Year 2025 Posted on July 16 , 2025 Over the course of the last 12 months, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has awarded more than $57.3 million for 17 projects across Connecticut through the Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program (LOTCIP). The program, which was created in 2013, provides state dollars in lieu of federal funds to municipalities to help execute important local infrastructure projects. "LOTCIP is delivering state funds to projects that make a difference in local communities. By taking on the burden of dealing with federal red tape, CTDOT helps municipalities deliver important projects more efficiently and quickly," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "Over the last 12 years, this program has grown in popularity and success, which is a testament to state and local governments working together. The CTDOT team looks forward to continuing this work in collaboration with Connecticut's towns, cities, and Councils of Government." The 17 selected projects include: Bloomfield – Blue Hills Avenue Complete Streets ($1,168,176) Clinton – East Main Street (Route 1) Sidewalks ($805,686) Colchester – Lebanon Avenue Streetscape Improvements, Phase 3 ($1,068,196) Enfield – Town Farm Road and Route 191 Multi-Use Trail ($891,453) Fairfield – Commerce Drive Bridge Replacement ($4,437,138) Marlborough – South Main Street Rehab, Phase 3 ($2,327,716) New Britain – John Downey Drive Corridor Improvements ($6,442,723) New Haven – Quinnipiac Avenue Improvements ($3,184,216) New Haven – Water Street Cycle Track ($458,208) Plainville – Reconstruction of Whiting Street ($2,735,688) Trumbull – Spring Hill Road Improvements ($2,609,555) Putnam – Route 44 Sidewalk Reconstruction ($2,004,139) Seymour – Botsford Road/Bungay Road/West Church Road Reconstruction ($6,867,298) South Windsor – Dart Hill Road Reconstruction ($4,137,576) Torrington – Migeon Avenue Rehabilitation ($3,565,408) Waterbury – North Main, South Main, Bank Street, Exchange Place, Phase 2 ($12,005,980) Weston – Lyons Plain Road Rehab ($2,714,809) Since the inception of the LOTCIP in 2013, nearly 190 projects have been awarded funding totaling close to $408 million. For more information on LOTCIP, visit portal.ct.gov/dot/programs/lotcip. 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 Wins Three Transportation Awards

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Web Version     CTDOT Wins Three Transportation Awards Posted on July 10 , 2025 The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) today was awarded three America's Transportation Awards for the Northeast Region. Sponsored by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), the America's Transportation Awards highlights transportation projects that deliver meaningful community benefits. Projects are judged in four categories — Quality of Life/Community Development, Operations Excellence, Best Use of Technology & Innovation, and Safety — demonstrating transportation's vital role for drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, rail users, and transit riders alike. CTDOT took home three awards from the Northeast Association of State Transportation Officials (NASTO) region. The winning projects were: Fairfield Avenue Bridge in Norwalk (Operations Excellence, Medium Project) Derby-Shelton Bridge Pedestrian and Bicyclist Access Improvements (Quality of Life/Community Development, Small Project) Wrong Way Driver Detection System (Safety, Medium Project) "No matter if we're responding to an emergency, designing and constructing projects, or deploying new technology, the safety of all roadway users is our top priority," said Connecticut Department of Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto. "These awards are a testament to the hard work and commitment of all CTDOT employees. I am incredibly proud to lead such a passionate group who are dedicated to improving lives through transportation." "The America's Transportation Awards shine a spotlight on the vital projects state DOTs deliver for their communities to enhance safety, expand mobility for users, deliver a better quality of life for residents and visitors, and keep our economy moving," said AASHTO Executive Director Jim Tymon. "The America's Transportation Awards competition continues to show us that state DOTs are able to transform communities in a variety of ways." All nominated projects first compete at the regional level against projects of their own size: "Small" (projects costing up to $10 million), "Medium" (projects costing between $10 million and $100 million), and "Large" (projects costing more than $100 million). Following the NASTO competition, additional regional competitions will continue throughout the summer. Once all regional winners are announced, the top three scoring projects in each region will advance to the Top 12, which will be revealed in early September. These standout projects will then compete for two national honors in the 2025 America's Transportation Awards. The Grand Prize will be chosen by an independent panel of judges, while the People's Choice Award will be decided through online public voting. AASHTO will reveal both winners at its annual meeting in November 2025 in Salt Lake City. Each winning project will receive $10,000 to donate to a scholarship fund or charitable cause of their choice. To learn more about this year's nominees and awards, visit americastransportationawards.org. 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