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The following is a selection of news and editorial pieces that chronicle both project milestones and regional developments that impact our progress.

2012

Pasadena to Azusa Alignment Project: Construction Notice for February 20-24, 2012

Current I-210 Bridge Bi-Weekly Construction Notice: February 19 - March 3, 2012

Feb 07, 2012 - California lawmakers to consider Gold Line extension - LA Times

Jan 31, 2012 - Duarte to get grant to plan ‘transit village’ near future Gold Line station —- Pasadena Star News

Jan 20, 2012 - The Final Supplemental Environmental Impact Report No. 2 published. Click here for details.

NEW VIDEO: Construction Update: January - March 2012

2011

December

Dec 13, 2011 - Doug Tessitor: Gold Line transports gold to region - San Gabriel Valley Tribune

Dec 05, 2011 - Iconic Bridge Design Unveiled For LA Rail - Engineering News Record - The light-rail crossing will reflect ancient traditions and showcase new technology.

August

Aug 16, 2011 - Gold Line Ridership Hits Record High - The Metro Gold Line has once again posted record ridership figures. In July 2011, average weekday ridership surpassed 40,000 boardings for the first time since the line began operating in 2003.

July

Jul 29, 2011 - Study ranks Gold Line cleanest among Metro Lines in LA commuter air quality

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Jul 26, 2011 - Our View: Some welcome Gold Line news for the Valley

Jul 06, 2011 - Click here to view a short video that overviews planned construction activities during Summer 2011.

June

Jun 30, 2011 - Draft Findings Released Today on Bus Interface Study

Jun 21, 2011 - Metro adding new trains to Gold Line to speed up service during peak commuting hours - Pas Star-News

Jun 19, 2011 - Our view: Monrovia must cut deal for the Gold Line yard - SGV Tribune

Jun 18, 2011 - Without a settlement, Gold Line says Monrovia property is eminent domain or bust - SGV Tribune

Jun 10, 2011 - Op-Ed: Chairman Tessitor Letter to Star-News Article: Monrovia in face-off with Gold Line Constr…

May

May 16, 2011 - Our View: Taking the temperature of the turnstiles - San Gabriel Valley Tribune

May 15, 2011 - Los Angeles County is poised to accelerate its rail projects - Los Angeles Times

May 02, 2011 - SPECIAL REPORT: Higher gas prices create boon for Gold Line ridership - Whittier Daily News

April

Apr 15, 2011 - Claremont Gold Line proposed changes include moving Metrolink station one block east-Daily Bulletin

Apr 11, 2011 - Our View: Last deals critical for Gold Line - Pasadena Star-News

March

Mar 28, 2011 - Azusa Developments Ramp up in Preparation for Coming of Gold Line

Mar 24, 2011 - Azusa to Montclair Station Planning Workshops in April and May Announced. Click for details.

Mar 09, 2011 - Construction Authority Board Chair Doug Tessitor Re-Elected to Glendora City Council

2010

December

Phase 2B: Azusa to Montclair-Federal Register Notice of Intent-EIR/EIS Scoping Period Begins

September

Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Report Released

2011

December

Dec 30, 2011 - Dec 29, 2011 - Construction Authority Responds to CEQA Ruling

March

Mar 28, 2011 - Azusa Developments Ramp up in Preparation for Coming of Gold Line

January

Jan 27, 2011 - Construction Authority receives proposals for Pasadena to Azusa Alignment Contract

Jan 15, 2011 - SB Sun - Transit Village on Move: Montclair starting project ahead of the Gold Line

2010

November

Monrovia Patch - Residents Opposed to Gold Line Maintenance Yard Now Keeping an Open Mind - The city believes it has allayed the concerns of many residents who signed a letter opposing the construction of the maintenance facility in Monrovia.

Monrovia Patch - Have You Tried the Gold Line Yet? - Yes, Monrovians still have to drive to Pasadena to catch the train to LA, but now's a great time to practice your strap-hanging skills.

Bloomberg l Businessweek - L.A. County Transit Leads Week in $740 Million Sale: Muni Credit

Pasadena Star-News - Metro to sell bonds, front funds for Foothill Extension Phase 2A

October

Monrovia Patch - Light at the End of the Tunnel for Station Square Transit Village? - Construction on Monrovia's Massive Station Square Transit Village looks poised to begin next year, though property owners in its path are reluctant to leave.

Monrovia Patch - Key Component of Gold Line Extension Poised to Be Erected in Monrovia - A maintenance yard needed for the Gold Line could create 200-300 new jobs in Monrovia.