All,
The XpressWest project will be updating the Palmdale City Council Chambers this Tuesday, September 18 at 9:00am.
Other projects that may update the chambers as well are the CA-HSR, the East-West 220 freeway corridor project, Metrolink, etc... and possible discussion of the new proposed route for CAHSR through the mountains to the proposed Burbank airport station.
Please consider that either XpressWest and/or CAHSR will bring lots of changes to the area. Some good and some not so good. We encourage all of the readers to attend.
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Monday, September 8, 2014
Friday, February 14, 2014
San Bernardino County E-220 page updated with Meeting minutes Jan 2014
All,
If you are following the E-220 (High Desert Corridor) movement, then you will want to check the sbcounty.gov webpages as they have been updated with various minutes notes from the last meeting in January 2014.
http://www.sbcounty.gov/dpw/transportation/high_desert_corridor.asp
Scroll down to meeting materials Item 3 (big discussion about Express West) in the meeting notes.
Scroll down further to to meeting materials Item 7 (Letter to CAHSR about the PTC) Palmdale Transportation Center. (Hosting CAHSR, XpressWest, Metrolink, etc)
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If you are following the E-220 (High Desert Corridor) movement, then you will want to check the sbcounty.gov webpages as they have been updated with various minutes notes from the last meeting in January 2014.
http://www.sbcounty.gov/dpw/transportation/high_desert_corridor.asp
Scroll down to meeting materials Item 3 (big discussion about Express West) in the meeting notes.
Scroll down further to to meeting materials Item 7 (Letter to CAHSR about the PTC) Palmdale Transportation Center. (Hosting CAHSR, XpressWest, Metrolink, etc)
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CalTrans hosting Live High Desert Corridor (E-220) Webinar Feb 26
All,CalTrans has posted that they will be hosting a Live High Desert Corridor (E-220) webinar on Feb, 26 @ 19:00 (pst).
The HDC (E-220) study is currently considering an approximately 63-mile long, east-west multipurpose transportation corridor, between State Route 14 in Los Angeles County and State Route 18 in San Bernardino County. The HDC could include the following: freeway/expressway, toll lanes and/or a high-speed rail connection, green energy production and transmission and a bikeway. The proposed project aims to improve mobility and access for people and goods in the Antelope, Victor Valley areas of Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties.
Keeping in mind that Palmdale is preparing itself for is the "PALMDALE TRANSPORTATION CENTER" one station to receive CAHSR, XpressWest, Metrolink, etc...
Heres the link to the Webinar where participants will be able to ask questions live.https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4621315897213406209
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The HDC (E-220) study is currently considering an approximately 63-mile long, east-west multipurpose transportation corridor, between State Route 14 in Los Angeles County and State Route 18 in San Bernardino County. The HDC could include the following: freeway/expressway, toll lanes and/or a high-speed rail connection, green energy production and transmission and a bikeway. The proposed project aims to improve mobility and access for people and goods in the Antelope, Victor Valley areas of Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties.
Keeping in mind that Palmdale is preparing itself for is the "PALMDALE TRANSPORTATION CENTER" one station to receive CAHSR, XpressWest, Metrolink, etc...
Heres the link to the Webinar where participants will be able to ask questions live.https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4621315897213406209
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Tuesday, October 15, 2013
CAL-TRANS updates E-220 High Desert Corridor Page
All,
It appears that Cal-Trans has quietly updated its page for the High Desert Project with a few new links to some high quality links. (be fore-warned that these are LARGE Files).
http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist07/travel/projects/details.php?id=11
These links cover everything from multiple options for the Palmdale inter-change, including the "proposed but lacking money" XpressWest connections to the CA-HSR system, and the entire route of the E-220 route that the XpressWest will follow in the median to Victorville.
It also shows where the Freeway will run and "split" the Victorville State Run Prison with the Right Of Way down the middle of the street. But, as you can see there is a possible variation to route to the South of the prison. And how close the E-220 will border the SCLA project as well.
You can also find the Power point presentations for the updated variations here:
http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist07/sync/cpimages/file/SR-138%20Presentation%2002272012.pdf
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It appears that Cal-Trans has quietly updated its page for the High Desert Project with a few new links to some high quality links. (be fore-warned that these are LARGE Files).
http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist07/travel/projects/details.php?id=11
These links cover everything from multiple options for the Palmdale inter-change, including the "proposed but lacking money" XpressWest connections to the CA-HSR system, and the entire route of the E-220 route that the XpressWest will follow in the median to Victorville.
It also shows where the Freeway will run and "split" the Victorville State Run Prison with the Right Of Way down the middle of the street. But, as you can see there is a possible variation to route to the South of the prison. And how close the E-220 will border the SCLA project as well.
You can also find the Power point presentations for the updated variations here:
http://www.dot.ca.gov/dist07/sync/cpimages/file/SR-138%20Presentation%2002272012.pdf
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Tuesday, August 6, 2013
UPDATE COMING SOON.
All,
Unfortunately there has been some issues that we have been looking into and preparing to make changes to the web site.
As of today we would like to ask our readers for patience while we try to rid the site of spammers and spoofers. Please be very careful with any of our links. It would be best habit for the next month or two, to copy and paste any link into your search engine of choice and then go to the link through the search site. Unfortunately this is why we havent been posting photos within our pages.
Here is what we will be covering soon.
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Unfortunately there has been some issues that we have been looking into and preparing to make changes to the web site.
As of today we would like to ask our readers for patience while we try to rid the site of spammers and spoofers. Please be very careful with any of our links. It would be best habit for the next month or two, to copy and paste any link into your search engine of choice and then go to the link through the search site. Unfortunately this is why we havent been posting photos within our pages.
Here is what we will be covering soon.
- Tenerife project may be closer to an actual project.
- Desert Xpress / Xpress West project federal funds halted.
- PRIMM, Nv. Solar project nearing start-up.
- ARTIC project status.
For additional maglev information please search for the magnetbahn forum.de site that has more information as well on any maglev project.
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Thursday, May 2, 2013
ARTIC (anaheim station) GONE VERTICAL!!!!!!
All,
If you havent been to the buildartic.com/photos website lately, the project has gone vertical in a big way... building part of the first and second floors.
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If you havent been to the buildartic.com/photos website lately, the project has gone vertical in a big way... building part of the first and second floors.
Enjoy!
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Thursday, April 25, 2013
Monsters University Latest Skin for DisneyWorld Monorails
All,
Walt Disney World is currently keeping its newest tradition active with "skinning" another monorail with it's latest movie release promotion. Monorail Teal has been wrapped with advertisements for Monsters University.
http://www.cfnews13.com/content/news/cfnews13/news/article.html/content/news/articles/cfn/2013/4/24/disney_world_rolls_o.html?cid=rss&utm_source=feedly
Check out the photos..
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Walt Disney World is currently keeping its newest tradition active with "skinning" another monorail with it's latest movie release promotion. Monorail Teal has been wrapped with advertisements for Monsters University.
http://www.cfnews13.com/content/news/cfnews13/news/article.html/content/news/articles/cfn/2013/4/24/disney_world_rolls_o.html?cid=rss&utm_source=feedly
Check out the photos..
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Primm Solar Plant Makes Nv to Ca Commute Tough
All,
The Ivanpah Solar project is getting close to completion. So, this means the stringing of power-lines across Interstate 15 about 3 miles South of Primm Nv.
Keep in mind that the Express West project is proposed to circumvent the solar area to the West of the project.
You can find story and video on the project here.
http://www.mynews3.com/mostpopular/story/Ivanpah-Solar-Project-Primm-Interstate-15/2d-tSlSbjkSGlXvJETfzjA.cspx
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The Ivanpah Solar project is getting close to completion. So, this means the stringing of power-lines across Interstate 15 about 3 miles South of Primm Nv.
Keep in mind that the Express West project is proposed to circumvent the solar area to the West of the project.
You can find story and video on the project here.
http://www.mynews3.com/mostpopular/story/Ivanpah-Solar-Project-Primm-Interstate-15/2d-tSlSbjkSGlXvJETfzjA.cspx
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Sunday, March 24, 2013
New Skin for Walt Disney World Monorails
All,
In the continued tradition of Walt Disney World "wrapping" its monorails for the next upcoming movie (then justifying the costs to re-paint). Monorail Black, has received Iron Man 3 "wrapping."
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In the continued tradition of Walt Disney World "wrapping" its monorails for the next upcoming movie (then justifying the costs to re-paint). Monorail Black, has received Iron Man 3 "wrapping."
Tron
Avengers
Iron Man 3
Ca/Nv Maglev News
Saturday, March 9, 2013
ATRIC one-sheeter Construction Update
All,
ARTIC has released a one-sheeter Construction Update with photos!
You can find it here... http://articinfo.com/PDF/ARTIC_Construction_Update_030513.pdf
Be-aware this file is 8MB.. we have enclosed a screen shot here for quick browsing. Don't forget to head to http://www.buildartic.com/photos to watch the live construction web cam!
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Ca/Nv Maglev News
ARTIC has released a one-sheeter Construction Update with photos!
You can find it here... http://articinfo.com/PDF/ARTIC_Construction_Update_030513.pdf
Be-aware this file is 8MB.. we have enclosed a screen shot here for quick browsing. Don't forget to head to http://www.buildartic.com/photos to watch the live construction web cam!
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Ca/Nv Maglev News
Sunday, February 24, 2013
XpressWest via 2013 Rail Plan proposed Route segments
All,
From the California State Rail Plan.. pg 246 the XpressWest has posted its Route Segments.
The rail plan also announced its projected costs for XpressWest... pg. 246
And published that the proposed E-220 High Dessert Corridor (between Palmdale Victorville, with the possible HSR lines built within the corridor) Environmental processes will be completed during 2014.
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From the California State Rail Plan.. pg 246 the XpressWest has posted its Route Segments.
The rail plan also announced its projected costs for XpressWest... pg. 246
And published that the proposed E-220 High Dessert Corridor (between Palmdale Victorville, with the possible HSR lines built within the corridor) Environmental processes will be completed during 2014.
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Cali State Rail Plan 2013
All,
The State of California has released the 2013 Rail Plan for year. It briefly mentions the Xpress West (DX) and the X-train around page 245. Maglev is only mentioned not by name but, generic MAGLEV with the Xpress West section mentioning that numerous projects have tried to connect the two states.
You can find it here. Be patient the file is quite large.
http://californiastaterailplan.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/CSRP_Public-Draft_Main_2013-02-09.pdf
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The State of California has released the 2013 Rail Plan for year. It briefly mentions the Xpress West (DX) and the X-train around page 245. Maglev is only mentioned not by name but, generic MAGLEV with the Xpress West section mentioning that numerous projects have tried to connect the two states.
You can find it here. Be patient the file is quite large.
http://californiastaterailplan.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/CSRP_Public-Draft_Main_2013-02-09.pdf
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Ca/Nv Maglev News
Thursday, January 24, 2013
ARTIC posts live (updated 5 min) webcam
All,
ARTIC and CLARK Construction have brought up online a live (updated every 5 mins) webcam showcasing the construction process of the site..
You can find it here!
http://www.buildartic.com/photos
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ARTIC and CLARK Construction have brought up online a live (updated every 5 mins) webcam showcasing the construction process of the site..
You can find it here!
http://www.buildartic.com/photos
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Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Transrapid still in the running in Colorado decision
All,
This article came to our attention a day or two ago. Colorado is currently discussing the options of running a transportation system East - West along I-70. It mentions Transrapid is currently in the running of being selected as its choice. There is also a nice photo of the Transrapid operating in the snow.
http://www.eaglevalleyenterprise.com/article/20121107/NEWS/121109989/1054&ParentProfile=1001
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This article came to our attention a day or two ago. Colorado is currently discussing the options of running a transportation system East - West along I-70. It mentions Transrapid is currently in the running of being selected as its choice. There is also a nice photo of the Transrapid operating in the snow.
http://www.eaglevalleyenterprise.com/article/20121107/NEWS/121109989/1054&ParentProfile=1001
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Thursday, October 11, 2012
ARC project considers streetcars???
ARC and the city of Anaheim are now considering using STREETCARS???
Check out this article from the OC register that the city council is now considering using streetcars instead of monorail (or elevated people mover) due to the cost.
http://www.ocregister.com/news/anaheim-374115-city-streetcars.html
However, why would you want to look into streetcars when a people mover or monorail can move more people in a safer environment??
http://www.anaheim.net/images/articles/4947/Chapter2.pdf
Check out these other designs for the route... would you want to compete with 2 other lanes of traffic and a light rail??
If the city of Anaheim and the ARC project want to do something right for the future then they should look at the Linimo maglev... High Speed Surface Transport... check out the photos and a video.
Look at the lowered long term costs of the Shanghai Transrapid Maglev. 99.8% on-time rate with reduced labor and maintenance costs already found in only a few years of operation. What train line can offer that??
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BatKvWt68fk
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Check out this article from the OC register that the city council is now considering using streetcars instead of monorail (or elevated people mover) due to the cost.
http://www.ocregister.com/news/anaheim-374115-city-streetcars.html
However, why would you want to look into streetcars when a people mover or monorail can move more people in a safer environment??
http://www.anaheim.net/images/articles/4947/Chapter2.pdf
Check out these other designs for the route... would you want to compete with 2 other lanes of traffic and a light rail??
Look at the lowered long term costs of the Shanghai Transrapid Maglev. 99.8% on-time rate with reduced labor and maintenance costs already found in only a few years of operation. What train line can offer that??
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BatKvWt68fk
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Friday, October 5, 2012
ARTIC releases One Sheeters
All,
ARTICinfo.com has released the following One-sheeters. One for the Ground Breaking Ceremony, and one on "by the numbers".
Ground breaking:
http://articinfo.com/PDF/ARTIC%20Groundbreaking%20Sep_18%202012.pdf
By the numbers:
http://articinfo.com/PDF/12F_221%20ARTIC%20by%20Numbers_FNL.pdf
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ARTICinfo.com has released the following One-sheeters. One for the Ground Breaking Ceremony, and one on "by the numbers".
Ground breaking:
http://articinfo.com/PDF/ARTIC%20Groundbreaking%20Sep_18%202012.pdf
By the numbers:
http://articinfo.com/PDF/12F_221%20ARTIC%20by%20Numbers_FNL.pdf
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Hitachi boarding gate can sniff explosives
All,
Check out this article from Engadget that Hitachi has created a boarding gate that can sniff explosives on passes. This one gate can sniff 1,200 passengers an hour. Video included in the link.
http://www.engadget.com/2012/10/04/hitachi-boarding-gate-can-sniff-explosives-on-passes/
Much thanks to Engadget.
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Check out this article from Engadget that Hitachi has created a boarding gate that can sniff explosives on passes. This one gate can sniff 1,200 passengers an hour. Video included in the link.
http://www.engadget.com/2012/10/04/hitachi-boarding-gate-can-sniff-explosives-on-passes/
Much thanks to Engadget.
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Thursday, July 26, 2012
Final Bids for ARTIC due TODAY at 2:00pm PST
All,
Today is the FINAL day for construction teams to submit bids for the ARTIC project!
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Today is the FINAL day for construction teams to submit bids for the ARTIC project!
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Ca/Nv Maglev News
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Anaheim traffic issues video for Cars Land opening, Angles, and Concerts
All,
Heres a small video article from ABC LA 7 about the upcoming traffic issues in the Anaheim area for the weekend. It shows shots of the proposed HSR/metrolink/ARC station... across from the Anaheim Angles.
There is no mention within the video about the upcoming ARTIC and ARC projects and getting people around the Anaheim area. But, you can start to realize how busy the streets Harbor (North/South) and Katella (East/West) can be when there are multiple events in the area. And how important these connectors will become in the next few years.
http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/video?id=8703462&pid=8703452
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Ca/Nv Maglev News
Heres a small video article from ABC LA 7 about the upcoming traffic issues in the Anaheim area for the weekend. It shows shots of the proposed HSR/metrolink/ARC station... across from the Anaheim Angles.
There is no mention within the video about the upcoming ARTIC and ARC projects and getting people around the Anaheim area. But, you can start to realize how busy the streets Harbor (North/South) and Katella (East/West) can be when there are multiple events in the area. And how important these connectors will become in the next few years.
http://abclocal.go.com/kabc/video?id=8703462&pid=8703452
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012
DX now Xpresswest
All,
With the recent announcements of DesertXpress signing a resolution with the Antelope Valley connecting a possible station with Palmdale and the CA-HSR project in an attempt of appearing to making the project with better connectivity for the amount of the loan they (DX) is asking for they have changed their name now to Xpresswest.
Some of the media outlets have also reported incorrectly how the trains will connect. The trains will never follow the 138 freeway (East/West from lower Victorville through Littlerock to South of Palmdale and 14 Freeway). They will have possible land set aside for the connection with the E-220 High Desert Corridor project. The trains will run in the middle of the freeway.
Heres the link to the E-220 expressing support for the Xpresswest (DX) project.
http://www.xpresswest.com/pdf/05-13-10_Resolution.pdf
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With the recent announcements of DesertXpress signing a resolution with the Antelope Valley connecting a possible station with Palmdale and the CA-HSR project in an attempt of appearing to making the project with better connectivity for the amount of the loan they (DX) is asking for they have changed their name now to Xpresswest.
Some of the media outlets have also reported incorrectly how the trains will connect. The trains will never follow the 138 freeway (East/West from lower Victorville through Littlerock to South of Palmdale and 14 Freeway). They will have possible land set aside for the connection with the E-220 High Desert Corridor project. The trains will run in the middle of the freeway.
Heres the link to the E-220 expressing support for the Xpresswest (DX) project.
http://www.xpresswest.com/pdf/05-13-10_Resolution.pdf
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Ca/Nv Maglev News
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