This weeks Metro meeting to discuss the Mesa expansion was pretty interesting. I had a chance to speak with Kerry Fehr from the AZ Republic after the meeting and enjoyed her article in the paper yesterday explaining what was covered. I was glad she entered the following proposed cost and boarding information for the next extension as follows. daily […]
Metro Light Rail Expansion – Already?
For some, it might be hard to believe we are talking about the expansion of our Light Rail system before it even opens. Believe me, there is a LOT of work, planning and posturing that goes on prior to opening or expanding a system like this. Last night, I attended a public meeting with Metro […]
Mesa Announces Light Rail Grand Opening Celebration Info.
We have talked about the fact that the Grand Opening weekend for Light Rail will be a huge event in the valley. On December 27th and 28th, the public will be able to ride the light rail cars for free. Tens of thousands of people are expected to check out the festivities and ride on […]
Looking to extend Metro’s hours of operation
The Downtown Voices Coalition is asking the Mayor, City Council, and interested parties to find a solution for running light rail on a 24 hour schedule. A few of their reasons are as follows. Closing time for nightlife and entertainment is generally 2 a.m., with many other locations doing “after-hours” past the traditional bar closing times. Restaurant and […]
Mesa Mayor Scott Smith talks Light Rail
Last week, we mentioned that Light Rail would be "rolling in to Mesa" today. While it wasn't exactly a huge party, it was symbolic of what is to come for Mesa. In many ways, I feel that Mesa will benefit greatly from this initial stretch of rail. While they only have about a mile of light […]
Mesa testing – video proof…
Ok… So I mentioned that they were going to be doing some testing in Mesa this week. I just so happened to be heading south on the 101 yesterday and decided to exit to take a look on Apache and see if any of the light rail cars were running. Sure enough, I was able […]
Tons of testing ahead of the big party – ASU on notice
Everyone likes a party, right?!? Thankfully, METRO and the cities of Tempe and Mesa don’t appear to want any unforeseen problems during Mesa’s August 6th light rail celebration. Sounds like the Tempe and Mesa areas will be getting a ton of light rail traffic in the very near future. Here is part of an email […]
Light Rail Rolling in to Mesa
There have been numerous celebrations and photo ops for Phoenix and for Tempe light rail parties. On Wednesday, August 6th you can check out a Mesa Light Rail Party along with Mesa Mayor Scott Smith, City Council members and other notables representing the city and local community who will take a commemorative ride to welcome […]
Metro Light Rail – A Few New Rules
For many Arizona residents, light rail is going to be a new experience. Metro has begun a pretty significant safety campaign and is looking for Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa to help spread the word. Other than safety and common sense, there will be some new rules and expectations that people will be asked to follow. […]
Stupid, ironic video of the day
Ok, so some of you might have to bear with me once in a while. This afternoon, my friend Michelle (the Rail Goddess) and I were taking some pics of a few of the rail stops for an upcoming project and saw this sign that said “Light Rail Sale.” It just so happens that they were doing some […]