Caltrain is planning convert its service from diesel-hauled to
electric-powered trains using an overhead catenary system
throughout the entire Caltrain corridor, which extends from San
Francisco south to Gilroy.
Caltrain is planning convert its service from diesel-hauled to electric-powered trains using an overhead catenary system throughout the entire Caltrain corridor, which extends from San Francisco south to Gilroy.
Electrification will increase the amount of service while decreasing engine noise and environmental pollution.
Caltrain is holding a series of public meetings to obtain public comments on the Environmental Assessment/Draft Environmental Impact Report for the Caltrain Electrification Program. The meeting for southern Santa Clara County will be on Wednesday, April 28, 6-8 p.m., at the Morgan Hill Community Center, 17000 Monterey Road.
Written and e-mailed comments will be taken through May 25 at el*************@******in.com or Caltrain Electrification, 1250 San Carlos Ave., San Carlos, CA, 94070. Details: www.caltrain.com or 650-508-6368.
