Episode 44: Microtransit
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Embark on a trip into the future of public transportation with Along the Lines! Host Ben Limmer takes you on a captivating journey into the world of microtransit, joined by special guests Mark Goodale from the Connecticut Department of Transportation and Matt Pentz from Norwalk Transit District. Tune in to hear about Connecticut’s pioneering pilot project and discover the benefits of microtransit and its transformative potential in shaping the future of public transportation.
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Episode 43: Bus Service Enhancements
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The CT Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is embarking on an ambitious initiative to elevate bus services across the state. Tune into the latest episode of Along the Lines as host Ben Limmer discusses Connecticut's visionary plan with guests Lisa Rivers from CTDOT and Michael Carroll of Southeast Area Transit District (SEAT). Backed by substantial investments from Governor Lamont and the State Legislature, this plan addresses the pressing need for expanded bus service. Tune in for insights and updates.
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Episode 42: Public Transportation Funding
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In this episode of Along the Lines, host Ben Limmer and guests Sharon Greene and Gary Pescosolido delve into the funding sources, the challenges faced, and the importance of modernizing public transport infrastructure. This informative discussion sheds light on the process of funding public transportation initiatives from a state and national level.
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Episode 41: New Rail Cars for CTrail
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The Connecticut Department of Transportation is planning to acquire 60 state-of-the-art rail cars for the CTrail Hartford Line, Danbury, and Waterbury branches. Tune in for an insider’s look at the future of Connecticut’s vital rail lines with host Ben Limmer and his guests Marci Petterson and Carol Rose. They will share insights on the customization process and the pivotal role these sleek coaches will play in enhancing Connecticut’s rail travel.
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Episode 40: 2023 - Year in Review
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Join host Ben Limmer, Bureau Chief for the Connecticut Department of Transportation, in this special episode as he recaps the transformative year of 2023. From groundbreaking projects to innovative programs, Limmer highlights significant accomplishments that have shaped Connecticut's transportation landscape. Tune in as he shares these highlights and insights into plans for an exciting year ahead!
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Episode 39: Electrification of Connecticut’s Bus Fleet
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In the latest episode of Along the Lines, host Ben Limmer and special guests Rahmane Camara (Transportation Planner 2 at the Connecticut Department of Transportation) and Carmine Fiore (Regional Sales Manager at New Flyer) discuss Connecticut's bold journey to electrify its entire bus fleet by 2035. Learn how this green initiative addresses climate change and improves air quality in Connecticut and the region.
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Episode 38: Customer Experience Action Plan
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Tune in to the latest episode of Along the Lines with host Ben Limmer and discover details about the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s (CTDOT) recent Customer Experience Action Plan. Special guests Alicia Leite and Doug Holcomb share customer feedback and their insights on CTDOT’s initiatives to improve the quality of public transit in Connecticut. Don't miss this episode to learn more about the measures being taken to provide more accessible and enjoyable public transportation.
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Episode 37: Token Transit
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Technology has had a transformative impact on public transit. It has changed how we navigate our cities from bus systems, to planning strategies, and fare payment methods. The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) has recently implemented Token Transit – the app that's changing the game for CTtransit riders with smartphone-based fare payments. Join host Ben Limmer with expert guests: Tamara Lima, Chief Customer Officer at Token Transit, and Tricia Chastanet, Transportation Supervising Planner at the CTDOT. Tune in to discover how public transit is more convenient and accessible...
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Episode 36: Introducing Benjamin Limmer
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Welcome back, listeners! Get ready for an exciting return of "Along the Lines" as we introduce our new host, Benjamin Limmer, Public Transportation Bureau Chief at the CTDOT. In this episode, we'll dive into Ben's inspiring vision for a sustainable, innovative, and collaborative transit future in CT. Join us in giving a warm welcome to Ben and discover the ambitious goals that lie along the lines of Connecticut's transportation systems.
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Episode 35: Customer Experience Action Plan
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Earlier this year, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) initiated the Customer Experience Action Plan as a way to collect customer feedback and input regarding future programs, policies, and investments to improve public transportation in Connecticut. Tune in to this new episode and join guest host Alicia Gonzalez, CTDOT Commissioner Joseph Giulietti, and CTDOT Transportation Supervising Planner Alicia Leite to hear how the Customer Experience Action Plan will be used to benefit the state.
info_outlineUrban renewal left a legacy of broken neighborhoods in Hartford and other cities. The development of Interstates 91 and 84 allowed for faster transportation into the city but also destroyed neighborhoods and cut the city off from the Connecticut River. Today, programs like iQuilt and the Hartford 400 plan are actively working to reverse this trend and reconnect Hartford’s neighborhoods.
Tune in to Episode 31 with Rich Andreski and his guests to hear how a coalition of organizations work together to reclaim land for new neighborhoods, homes, and businesses in Hartford.