The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has announced that the Peninsula Corridor Joint Powers Board, known as Caltrain, is seeking approval for amendments to its Positive Train Control Safety Plan (PTCSP). This request may include significant changes to their train control systems and is open for public comments until March 3, 2025. The proposed changes include upgrades to Caltrain's Interoperable Electronic Train Management System and modifications to highway grade crossings. FRA is inviting feedback from the public to help decide whether to approve, conditionally approve, or deny these changes.
Simple Explanation
Caltrain wants to make changes to its train control system to make it safer, and they are asking the government to agree to these changes. The public can share their thoughts on this until March 3, 2025.