11-18-2015, 02:37 PM
(11-18-2015, 02:17 PM)taylortbb Wrote: I believe the province can't expropriate the CN corridor because CN is federally regulated, and therefore rail corridors aren't included in the province's power of expropriation. I doubt that's the issue though, I'm sure there's some number of billions that would get CN to move, it's just that that number is far larger than anyone wants to pay.We're missing a honeymoon opportunity with Justin. Moreover Kathleen has a special relationship with Justin. Both see the need to improve transportation infrastructure and to promote high technology in the KW-Toronto corridor. What are we waiting for?
It seems to me that Daiene and her new fellow federal MPs, including a minister, should stop all the "buts," get off their butts, and get improved commuter rail service back on track.
Quote:I agree and disagree with what Stephen Lake is saying. He's right that two hours each way is unacceptable, he's wrong with the conclusion that GO trains are therefore bad. GO trains are fine, they're capable of making it to Toronto in an hour, it's the track that's not.The issue isn't that "GO trains" are bad. After all GO trains on other lines do move at acceptable speeds and do provide a viable commuter service.
The issue is access to tracks, whether we lean on CN or build our own set. It seems ludicrous that resolving this fundamental issue is going to need another decade. We can't wait. And it makes no sense to spend more $millions on short-term stop-gap measures like expanding the 401 that probably won't be effective in any case.