Metro-North’s New Haven Line had a record-breaking year—with an all-time high on-time performance, rising customer satisfaction, and faster travel times! Join us as former Metro-North President Catherine Rinaldi and new President Justin Vonashek share insights on these achievements and what’s next for one of the busiest rail lines in the country. Don’t miss this inside look at the future of rail travel between Connecticut and New York City!
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Episode 55: CTfastrak 10th Anniversary
Tune in as we celebrate a decade of CTfastrak! Since its launch in 2015, CTfastrak has provided over 26 million rides and spurred economic growth. Named the best bus rapid transit (BRT) system in the U.S., it continues to set the standard for public transit systems. Join us and guests, Mayor Erin Stewart and Michael Sanders, to reflect on CTfastrak’s impact, milestones, and future. Don’t miss this special anniversary episode!
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Episode 54: Compass Rail
Exciting new rail connections are coming soon! Massachusetts’ Compass Rail Plan is set to enhance regional transit, making Springfield the key hub for connections to Worcester and Boston. New stations in Windsor Locks and Enfield, CT, will also provide riders greater access to jobs, education, and leisure travel. Tune in as we discuss Compass Rail with Meredith Slesinger, MassDOT Rail and Transit Administrator, and learn more about its potential to boost the economies of Hartford and Springfield!
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Episode 53: 2024 Year in Review
Happy New Year! 2024 was a transformative year for Connecticut transportation. From opening the Stamford parking garage and expanding bus routes to launching microtransit services and celebrating sustainability milestones like the Drive Less Climate Challenge, we’ve made strides in accessibility, equity, and innovation. Join host Ben Limmer as he reflects on these achievements and previews what’s ahead in 2025.
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Episode 52: Transit Oriented Development
Transit-oriented development (TOD) is a key priority for the Connecticut DOT and is vital to revitalizing and strengthening communities. In this episode, we talk with Meriden Mayor Kevin Scarpati to explore the city’s remarkable transformation sparked by the new CTrail Hartford Line station. We’re also joined by Elise Greenberg, Transit Manager at the Connecticut DOT, who discusses how Meriden’s TOD success story serves as a blueprint for other initiatives across the state.
Welcome to Along The Lines - a conversation hosted by CTDOT Bureau Chief of Public Transportation Benjamin Limmer as he engages the community and fellow transportation advocates to discuss how public transportation impacts your daily life in Connecticut. Join in as Ben and special guests explore current issues impacting travel across the state, and the future of Connecticut’s transportation system.
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