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One road. Many benefits. Complete with WiFi and comfortable seating, CTfastrak's buses allow passengers to relax and enjoy a greener, happier, healthier central Connecticut, along with their comfortable, convenient ride. Getting on the bus is fast and easy, with level boarding at multiple doors to allow full accessibility for bicycles, strollers and wheelchairs. Ticket vending machines at the stations allow passengers to pay before they board, with ticket prices matching CTTRANSIT bus system prices—the current local fare is $1.50 and express bus fares range from $2.70 to $5.15. Real-time bus arrival signs located at every station and audio/visual onboard announcements mean that passengers will be well- informed and can travel with greater confidence. For safety and security, buses and stations will be monitored by closed circuit cameras. Plus, CTfastrak's super low emission buses improve air quality, decrease fuel usage and reduce wear and tear on roads by 17 million vehicle miles per year, based on estimated ridership. Communities can access the new recreational trail that runs alongside the bus roadway for walking and biking between New Britain and Newington. One road. Many developments. CTfastrak stations are beautifully landscaped with park-like amenities to bring more greenery into local neighborhoods. The stations provide shelters complete with seating, bicycle racks and route and neighborhood maps— transforming station areas into central social hubs and providing opportunities for transit-oriented development. Millions of dollars in private investments are being made in the communities around CTfastrak stations. For example, a New York City developer known for commercial and residential projects in Manhattan purchased the only high-rise in downtown New Britain for $2.8 million. Recently, the renovated high-rise was shown to brokers and tenants. In downtown Hartford, major residential and mixed-use developments will help bring new residents downtown, including an $80 million high- rise on Main Street and a $50 million residential/retail project on Pearl Street. These are just two examples of CTfastrak spreading economic vitality across all of central Connecticut. One road. Many resources. Visit CTfastrak.com to: - Take a virtual tour of CTfastrak - Sign up for periodic updates - Find out about upcoming events and community meetings - Download brochures - View maps and videos We can be reached at: info@CTfastrak.com or (860) 231-0461 SPONSORED COMPANY PROFILE SPONSORED PROFILE