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Announcements, FYI

Public forum Aug. 30 for proposed Grand Rapids Amtrak Station

A public forum will be held Aug. 30 in Grand Rapids to discuss the proposed Amtrak station in that city.

The Interurban Transit Partnership (ITP) – The Rapid plans to construct a new Amtrak Passenger Station, and accompanying track improvements, next to the Rapid Central Station in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This addition to the Rapid Central Station completes the original master plan for the campus by integrating rail, intercity bus and fixed route bus into a single facility, thereby making travel within and outside the region a seamless experience.

The proposed site is south of the Rapid Central Station and the Wealthy Street overpass. The project includes a new Amtrak Passenger Station and new spur rail from the existing CSX mainline near the corner of Buchanan Avenue and Pleasant Street in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The new track would extend north towards the Rapid Central Station. The project eliminates traffic impacts while the train is at the station as well as reducing operating costs for AMTRAK on the Pere Marquette route.

The Public Forum meeting will take place on:

DATE: Tuesday, August 30, 2011
TIME: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
LOCATION: Rapid Central Station
250 Grandville Ave. SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
ROOM: RCS 2nd Floor Meeting Room

Members of the community representing the various businesses, organizations, and institutions are encouraged to participate at the meeting and provide their comments and suggestions to the project team. Presentations from the Bergmann Associates / Progressive AE design team will be available for review.

For any further information please contact Mark Fedorowicz, Purchasing Manager; 300 Ellsworth Ave. SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 at:
Tel: (616) 456-7514
Website: www.info@ridetherapid.org

Announcements, FYI, News

Amtrak Pere Marquette to run 90 minutes early for temporary period, beginning Aug. 15

From The Grand Rapids Press

Rise and shine! Amtrak passengers leaving Grand Rapids for Chicago will need to get to the station by 6 a.m. beginning Aug. 15 — 90 minutes earlier than normal — because of upcoming track maintenance.

Passengers will arrive about 90 minutes earlier in Chicago as well, about 9 a.m.

John Langdon, a spokesman for the Michigan Association of Rail Passengers, said the track work involves replacing rails, ties and ballast.

He said CSX, which operates the track, wants to have the tracks cleared early in the day to allow for more daytime work hours. Amtrak’s return schedule on the Pere Marquette, the line running from Grand Rapids to Chicago, will remain unchanged.

The temporary schedule is expected to last through Sept. 1.

With the temporary change, all stops on the morning Amtrak run also will be 90 minutes earlier than normal. Amtrak stops in Holland, Bangor and St. Joseph before reaching Chicago.

Source: http://www.mlive.com/news/grand-rapids/index.ssf/2011/08/amtrak_to_run_90_minutes_early.html

Announcements, Meetings

MARP 38th Annual Meeting – REGISTER NOW!

Saturday, September 10, 2011, is the date for MARP’s 38th Annual Meeting. Clara’s On The River –the former Michigan Central depot in Battle Creek – is the place. Our keynote speaker will be former Congressman Dr. John “Joe” Schwarz, whose experience in government and lifelong interest in railroading give him a unique perspective and influential voice in the continued development of train services in Michigan. Tim Hoeffner, head of MDOT’s office of high-speed rail, and Rick Harnish, Midwest High Speed Rail Assoc., will provide updates on the many exciting initiatives to expand and improve passenger train services in our region. We will also hear about the renovation of the Battle Creek Station which is now underway.

Reservations for the meeting, which includes a catered, sit-down luncheon, must be postmarked by Wednesday, August 24. GET YOURS IN THE MAIL NOW!

Click here to download a registration form.

Announcements, FYI

Train rides at the Howell Melon Festival Aug. 20-21

An announcement from the Steam Railroading Institute:

The 2011 Howell Melon Fevtival is quickly approaching! remember to get your tickets for the train ride on August 20th and 21st.  Train departs at 10am -12pm -2pm and 4pm so there is plenty of time to schedule your ride on this fun-filled weekend.  Tickets for adults are only $20 and for children and seniors 65 and over $15.

You may have sore feet after all the activities at the Melon Festival? Let us take you on a scenic ride throgh Michigan’s most charming counties.  Your feet will thank you!

Call (989) 399 7589 for ticket information.  You can also visit our website:  http://michigansteamtrain.com/sri/tickets/

 

Announcements, Meetings

MARP 38th Annual Meeting – MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

GET OUT YOUR CALENDARS and mark Saturday, September 10, to attend MARP’s 38th Annual Meeting. Clara’s On The River – the former Michigan Central depot in Battle Creek – is the site of this year’s meeting. Our keynote speaker will be former Congressman Dr. John “Joe” Schwarz, whose experience in government and lifelong interest in railroading give him a unique perspective and influential voice in the continued development of train services in Michigan. Also on hand will be Tim Hoeffner, head of MDOT’s Office of High Speed Rail and Innovative Projects, who will review the Snyder administration’s initiatives in a year of exciting developments for rail.

Be on the lookout for a postcard from MARP in your mailbox in the next few days with details of the program. To make your reservation, all you need do is return the postcard promptly, along with the required payment for the catered lunch and program.