Second, CapMetro argued in their blog response that the rail had spurred development. MetroRail’s nine stations [have] served as a catalyst for significant [transit oriented development], with ...

The concept has not been evaluated by Capital Metro or any other agency and it would be irresponsible to present it to voters in 2008. Below are 10 reasons for rejecting the mayor's proposal: The ...

Light Rail Concept (Source: CapMetro) ... Cap Metro said Austin Chalk is ideal for tunneling. It’s a dense, hard, chalky limestone and can be found at various depths.

The agencies working on the creation of a light rail system in Austin have released concepts on the locations for stations for the Orange and Blue Lines, which were approved last year as part of ...

The bill from Rep. Gina Hinojosa grants the underground rights of Austin's Republic Square and O. Henry House to Capital Metro for Project Connect rail lines.

AUSTIN, Texas — Design concepts released Tuesday by the Project Connect team provide a first glimpse at what Austin's Blue Line light rail could look like crossing Lady Bird Lake and entering ...

Each trip taken on the rail costs taxpayers dearly, according to data provided by Capitol Metro. In 2014, the rail line had an operating deficit of $12.6 million. The upfront capital costs of $140 ...

The Austin American-Statesman reported Sunday that it's the first major overhaul of Capital Metro's rail system since the $130 million MetroRail service opened to passengers in 2010.