Rail Service Studies

Capitola and Aptos Recreational Rail

• Recreational Rail REVISED Draft Environmental Impact Report (2-4-05)
  • Chapter 1 Executive Summary
  • Chapter 2 Project Description
  • Chapter 3 Environmental Settings, Impacts, and Mitigation
    • Section A Air Quality
    • Section B Hazardous and Toxic Substances
    • Section C Noise
    • Section D Transportation and Circulation
    • Section E Other Environmental Topics
  • Chapter 4 Alternatives
  • Chapter 5 References (updated 2-10-05)
• Proposed Recreational Rail Map for Viewing Online(low-resolution) / Map for Printing(high-resolution)
• Initial Study for the Recreational Rail
• Preliminary Project Report for Passenger Platforms and Related Improvements to the Santa Cruz Branch Line for Recreational Rail Service
• Preliminary Analysis of Santa Cruz Branch Line Intra-County Recreational Rail Options

Demonstration Train

The Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission hosted or co-hosted three different rail demonstration programs in 1996: the Return of the Sun Tan Special; the Coastal Cruzer/Flexliner; and, the First Night Trolley/RegioSprinter. The purpose of these events was to showcase various kinds of modern rail vehicles and explore their suitability for Santa Cruz County. In addition, these events have provided residents with a chance to experience not only different types of trains, but also transportation on the railway corridor. These first-hand experiences helped residents understand more about future mobility options in Santa Cruz County. At this time, no new demonstration train events are planned.

RTC Contact

Luis Mendez
Deputy Director
info@sccrtc.org
(831) 460-3200