The following is a letter to Metrolink riders from Metrolink CEO Stephanie Wiggins: Dear Loyal Riders – It’s hard to believe how much our lives have changed in just a few short weeks – and especially since last Thursday when Governor Newsom directed all except those working in essential services [continue reading]
Two contractors working on Metro construction projects have been confirmed as having the COVID-19 virus. Neither had any involvement with the day-to-day operations of the Metro bus and rail system. The first case involves a field electrical subcontractor working on the Portal Widening & Turnback Facility project at the Red/Purple [continue reading]
•As of Monday morning, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has confirmed 409 cases of COVID-19 virus in the county with five deaths. Those numbers are expected to rise as testing increases. •Metro has stepped up cleaning, we’ve directed Metro bus operators to use the protective barriers installed [continue reading]
A Metro online press briefing held this morning just concluded — watch it here — with several important announcements about steps the agency is taking during the COVID-19 crisis to [continue reading]
•There are 190 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Los Angeles County as of noon Wednesday, according to the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Those numbers will be updated Thursday afternoon. •We continue to remind everyone that the best defense for everyone includes: –Wash your hands frequently with soap [continue reading]
There will be no L Line (Gold) service between Lake and South Pasadena Stations on Saturday, March 21 between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. due to scheduled maintenance. Free bus shuttles will replace trains in the area while work is performed. This means all southbound trains will travel as far [continue reading]
We’re fielding many questions from riders and hope the following FAQ answers most of your inquiries. Will you shut down service? No, at this time there are no plans to [continue reading]
Obviously there is one and only news item to discuss today as the local, state and national response to the COVID-19 virus continues to evolve. As of now, Metro is running its regular weekday service. Two other points: •Metro is unaware of any employees with the COVID-19 virus and we [continue reading]
Metro is exploring options on how best to support students during school district closures due to COVID-19, including ways to ensure students can access family resource centers being proposed by the Los Angeles Unified School District. Metro staff will present its findings to the Metro Board of Directors for consideration. [continue reading]
