Archive for July, 2008
MTA Statement On Capital Program Deferrals
The MTA has issued a statement on their capital program deferrals. The MTA has a limited allocation of capital funds, and it is required to keep its spending within this budget. A nationwide run-up in construction costs has dramatically increased the price of many critical MTA projects. To stay within the overall capital budget, the […]
Metro-North Introduces Hand Held Ticket Machines
Earlier today the Metro-North division of the MTA issued a press release highlighting the introduction of hand held ticket machines. The goal of the machines is to modernize & simply the process of on-board ticket purchasing. Here is the release courtesy of the MTA: After a successful pilot program last year, Metro-North Railroad is introducing […]
Poughkeepsie Station Restoration
Poughkeepsie station sign on the southbound platform. Resized photo courtesy of Eye On Transit Earlier today the Metro-North division of the MTA issued a press release highlighting a $5.8 million dollar restoration that will take place at the Poughkeepsie station. Here is the press release courtesy of the MTA: The original roof on the landmarked […]
6 Train Service Alert
Due to ongoing track maintenance between the Parkchester Station and the Pelham Bay Park Station, please expect delays in service in both directions on the trains at this time. xoxo Transit Blogger
MTA Could Lend A Hand To West Hempstead
If anyone has been to West Hempstead lately, you will know of a particular building that is seen as the worst eyesore ever to its residents. The building is known as the Courtesy Hotel, a not so hot spot known for being a hotbed for crime & drugs. Community leaders & residents have been trying […]
