An eastern extension of the Metro Gold line from Pasadena to Clarement has not been funded but government leaders and residents are planning for the trains to go east. Cost of the extension may top $1 billion.
Eleven cities, including Arcadia, are vying for representation for the planning, design and funding of the proposed eastern extension of the Gold Line.
The Gold Line Phase Two Construction Authority met at Arcadia City Hall to review the draft agreement submitted by the Blue Line Construction Authority.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has taken away $10 milion in funding for the Gold Line extension, but officials are determined to build it from Pasadena to Claremont.
When the Gold Line trains leave Pasadena, Arcadia will be the first stop on what will be a 22.5 mile path to Claremont. Station site for the Metrolink trains will be at First Avenue and Santa Clara. The article features information on all the cities where stops will be made. A map is included.