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Irvine speakers urge end to litigation blocking Orange County Metrolink maintenance facility
Summary
Dozens of public commenters told the Irvine City Council to drop litigation tied to the Orange County Maintenance Facility so Metrolink service can be expanded and commuter congestion reduced; council took no formal action.
Dozens of residents and transit advocates urged the Irvine City Council on Sept. 30 to end the city’s litigation over the proposed Orange County Maintenance Facility so Metrolink trains can run more frequently and reliably.
Supporters told the council during a period of public comment that a completed maintenance facility — often called the OCMF or rail maintenance yard — would enable more frequent Metrolink and Amtrak service, reduce car traffic and improve commuting options for lower‑income workers who rely on transit.
The comments followed a closed‑session item on existing litigation between the city and the Orange County Transportation Authority. After the closed session the council reported “no reportable action.” No motions or votes were taken in open session on the litigation during the meeting.
“Get them off the roads, get them on the train,” said Doug Elliott, who identified himself as an…
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