ACE Insider

November 22, 2006 - Thanksgiving Edition

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Special Holiday Reminder
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In observance of the approaching holidays, the Altamont Commuter
Express will not be in operation on the following dates:

For Thanksgiving: Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24

For Christmas: Monday, December 25

For New Years: Monday, January 1, 2007


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COMeT: Development Process Update
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A COMeT design concept was built and testing was performed. The
testing incorporated the creation of a mock passenger base that
attempted to simulate all the different types of traveler that would
utilize the COMeT system. Feedback was analyzed and stakeholder’s
final input was solicited.

So where are we now? The COMeT blueprint is created.
Through the information collected in the above process a system design
is in the final stages of completion. Through the next stages we will
be able to more accurately develop a timeline to address inquiries as
to when COMeT will see full implementation.

Check the ACE website often for current updates!



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Alameda County Fairgrounds No Longer Selling ACE Tickets
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Effective January 2, 2007, the Alameda County Fairgrounds Association
(ACFA) will no longer be selling ACE tickets at the Pleasanton
Station. ACE staff will be providing ticket sales for all morning
trains at the Pleasanton platform. Evening sales will be provided on
the first and last two days of each month.

Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause, and thank you for your
continued support.

For more information, please contact 1-800-411-RAIL or email
ticketing@...





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Revitalizing the Area around Stockton’s Cabral Station
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With input from neighbors, businesses, local agencies, community
leaders and other stakeholders, ACE has developed a revitalization
plan that identifies a new vision for the neighborhood surrounding the
Robert J. Cabral Station in Stockton.

The plan envisions a new entryway and improved circulation for the
Cabral Station, improvements to surrounding streets, and ultimately
new housing and commercial development to complement the historic
station and surrounding Victorians, and improve the neighborhood’s
economy and vitality.

A display in the Cabral Station lobby provides highlights from the
neighborhood plan. In the next month or so, you’ll also be able to see
and comment on the design concept for the new entryway. We hope those
of you who use the Stockton station will stop in and see this vision
for the Cabral Station neighborhood.

For additional information, please go to the ACE website or contact
Thomas W. Reeves at thomas@... or (209) 944-6242.


Click HERE for the initial report
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Connection Spotlight: The Monterey-Salinas Transit
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Did you know that you can take the ACE train to Monterey? Hop on the
Altamont Commuter Express any weekday to San Jose and connect to the
Monterey-Salinas Transit for your gateway to Morgan Hill, Gilroy, and
Monterey. Once at the San Jose Diridon train station, simply walk to
the bus platforms and get onboard the MST bus #55.

Departure times for the bus are 7:55 am, 1:35 pm, and 5:50 pm. A
general one-way ticket from San Jose to Monterey will cost just $8!

Click here for information from MST
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Have You Checked the ACE Website Lately?
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Make sure you check the website regularly for all your breaking news,
train status, and special events updates. The ACE website is now
updated more frequently to keep you in the loop!

Click HERE direct access to the website
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