$50 billion mass transit expansion/greening program for the Toronto area moves forward

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from the Hamilton Spectator:



Metrolinx plan moves ahead
Four rapid transit lines for Hamilton, peak service for Stoney Creek

November 26, 2008
Rob Faulkner
The Hamilton Spectator
(Nov 26, 2008)


Hamilton holds its place in the final version of Metrolinx's regional transportation plan: it still has four rapid transit lines coming, more details about timing and great news for Stoney Creek.

Yesterday the provincial crown agency released a 25-year, $50 billion final draft plan for greater Toronto and Hamilton. It needs Metrolinx board approval Friday.

"There is a lot here for Hamilton," said John Howe, general manager of investment strategy and projects at Metrolinx. It's more than just rapid transit, he adds.

"It's about how Hamilton connects with the rest of the region."

Howe cited GO rail-line electrification's cutting travel time to Toronto, the James Street North regional rail station and a Burlington rapid transit line linked to Toronto's Kipling subway station. ........(more)

The complete piece is at: http://www.thespec.com/article/472559