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Click here to read more about the feasibility study and public outreach information<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Purpose of the Study
\nAt the direction of the Connecticut Legislature, the Eastern CT Corridor Rail and Transit Feasibility Study will investigate the feasibility of and market for the following:<\/p>\n

Extending the Shore Line East rail line to the State of Rhode Island
\nEstablishing a new passenger rail service from the City of New London to the City of Norwich
\nEstablishing a new passenger train station in the Town of Groton and the Borough of Stonington
\nExtending other ground transportation systems in the eastern region of the state and providing interconnection between such systems and rail lines
\nA feasibility study is the first step in evaluating the viability of service in a corridor. Depending on the findings, additional more detailed studies and designs may follow.<\/p>\n

This feasibility study will consider:<\/p>\n

Existing and future market and environmental conditions
\nEquity and environmental justice issues
\nPreliminary engineering
\nRidership
\nService operations
\nEquipment needs and system requirements
\nPreliminary costs and revenue forecasts.<\/p><\/blockquote>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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