Northern Tier Rail Gets Strong Support at HearingLocal officials and residents expressed strong support for developing the Northern Tier Passenger Rail proposal that would bring rail transit from North Adams to Boston. Governor Names West-East Rail DirectorKoziol has more than 15 years of experience in transportation planning, including for passenger rail stations Regional Lawmaker See Possibilities in Northern Tier Passenger RailWestern Mass lawmakers say a $2 billion price tag for passenger rail across the Northern Tier isn't high compared to past projects and would be a significant economic boost to a region long ignored. Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study Virtual WorkshopThe study is examining the potential benefits, costs, and investments necessary to implement passenger rail service from North Adams to Greenfield and Boston, with the speed, frequency, and reliability necessary to be a competitive option for travel along this corridor. Local Leaders Advocate for Berkshires Inclusion in East/West Rail PlansThe panel heard testimony about how the rail service is crucial to economic development and statewide accessibility for residents. There was also a wealth of support for taking the connection across state lines to Albany, N.Y. Passenger Rail Commission Sets Public Meeting in PittsfieldThe Western Massachusetts Passenger Rail Commission is holding a public meeting on Friday on plans for east/west passenger rail. Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study Garners Positive FeedbackThe Northern Tier Passenger Rail Study will be released in less than one year and residents are supportive of a line that goes from North Adams to Boston. The feedback given during a virtual public hearing for the study on Wednesday was largely positive. |