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SBCAG hears rail and Caltrans updates: Amtrak Surfliner expansion favored; district storm repairs and freight study noted
Summary
Director Kern reported the Los Angeles Corridor Agency prioritized expanding Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service (adding trips to Goleta and San Luis Obispo) instead of Metrolink temporary service; Caltrans reported storm‑related repairs, cited the Central Coast sustainable freight study (Aug 2024) and reminded officials of a Caltrans sustainable planning grant application deadline and ~$35M available.
Director Kern reported that the Los Angeles Corridor Agency Board recommended prioritizing expansion of Amtrak Pacific Surfliner service, potentially adding a sixth round trip to Goleta and a third round trip to San Luis Obispo rather than pursuing a Metrolink temporary service. The change could advance expanded rail access to the Central Coast as…
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