Identify short line railway corridors that may link into the Calgary to Edmonton Regional rail system.
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ballasts pilot experiment management control- Identify short line corridors, correspond with Right of Way owners, local communities and businesses.
- Determine an upset limit to improve rail right-of-way to ensure an 80 kph speed may be maintained.
Breakdown expenses within 3 primary cost centers:
- Mileposts where rail, ties and ballast require capital improvements
- The Short Line's preferred Rail Platform locations, cost to lease temporary wheelchair accessible platforms, road access and parking lot improvements for the pilot project
- At Grade Rail Crossings that require investment and upset limit for these safety improvements
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- Summarize Transport Canada at-grade Rail Crossing requirements
- Determine preferred level of improvements for the pilot project
- Document existing Short Line track standards and specifications. Compare the existing track conditions to Transport Canada's maximum freight and passenger rail speeds, location (s) of current "slow orders", and the timeline to ensure the right of way will provide a minimum rail speed of 80 kph.
- With the assistance of Alberta Regional Rail - source platform suppliers - and estimate the cost to set up and dismantle platforms so they may be used for other pilot project locations
- Confirm which entity will operate the trains. Will the participating short line be in a position to contract out locomotive engineers, maintenance of way services, and operate the train through its management control center.
Educate the participants of Transport Canada regulations and how these regulations shape commuter and regional rail projects.
Provision of CRM, email accounts and necessary tools to share and collaborate with members of project team and stakeholders.
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At Integrated Travel, our goal is to promote transportation equity for all individuals. Through our Integrated Travel approach, we strive to offer accessible and affordable transportation options, irrespective of income or background. By fostering connections between communities and promoting sustainability, we aim to create a future where transportation is fair and inclusive for everyone in Alberta.
We have a special focus on serving underserved communities, including indigenous and rural areas. Our dedication to transportation equity extends to these communities as well.
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We advocate for a practical and equitable approach to addressing transportation and environmental challenges in Alberta through the implementation of Rail for All. Our focus is on utilizing new technologies on existing rail infrastructure, with the goal of promoting sustainability and responsible transportation.
Rail for All refers to the use of sustainable and cost-effective transportation methods that benefit the communities they serve. In the context of regional rail, this means retrofitting rolling stock and locomotives on existing infrastructure to increase efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
While high-speed rail may be exciting and receive media attention, it is not always the most responsible mode of transportation or investment. The construction and maintenance of high-speed rail lines can be extremely expensive, and the economic impacts may not always align with the needs of the communities they serve.
On the other hand, implementing Rail for All through the retrofitting of existing infrastructure is a more cost-effective and responsible option. It still provides a fast mode of transportation that can bring significant benefits to communities and the environment.
Integrated Travel is a not-for-profit organization that advocates for the needs of rail passengers, prioritizing regional concerns over provincial and international boundaries. To drive change, Integrated Travel collaborates with infrastructure and transportation as well as community stakeholders and supporters. stakeholders to strengthen relationships and bring economic, environmental, and equity benefits to all citizens of Alberta. We advocate for regional inter-municipality transportation network that provides seamless, door-to-door connectivity to everyone in the region. We are not a policy organization - we are a collection of professionals who beleive in building prosperity with equality.
Integrated Travel is looking to reestablish safe, reliable, and sustainable passenger rail service in the province. The goal is to increase opportunities and contribute to the health and well-being of people across Alberta.
Integrated Travel believes that a comprehensive passenger rail network, seamlessly connected to other modes of transportation, will yield significant benefits for the region's economy, environment, and more importantly, transportation equity.
Since 2019, Integrated Travel has been actively engaging, educating, and energizing the public, elected officials, businesses, and local leaders. This is accomplished through outreach efforts, Train Treks, presentations for legislators and communities, advocacy work, soliciting support resolutions and letters, publicity initiatives, coalition building, and event planning.
Integrated Travel is a not-for-profit organization that advocates for the needs of rail passengers in Alberta. We prioritize regional concerns and collaborate with infrastructure, transportation, and community stakeholders to bring economic, environmental, and equity benefits to the region. Our goal is to reestablish safe, reliable, and sustainable passenger rail service in the province, contributing to the well-being of people across Alberta. We believe that a comprehensive passenger rail network, connected to other modes of transportation, will have significant positive impacts on the region's economy, environment, and transportation equity. Since 2019, we have actively engaged the public, elected officials, businesses, and local leaders through various initiatives to raise awareness and support for our cause.
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