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NJ TRANSIT CEO outlines RiverLINE improvements at Trenton event during first year
NJ TRANSIT CEO Discusses RiverLINE Improvements
NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kris Kolluri held a live event at Trenton Transit Center on January 9 to discuss operational improvements and future plans for the RiverLINE light rail system. The event provided riders and stakeholders an opportunity to hear about progress on the 34-mile transit line connecting Camden and Trenton. Specific details about improvements discussed weren't available in formal documentation by publication time.
Context & Background
The RiverLINE has served Burlington, Camden, and Mercer counties since March 2004, operating as a diesel light rail system on existing freight rail tracks. The line carried approximately 9,000 riders on average weekdays before the pandemic, according to agency data. Officials said the event demonstrated NJ TRANSIT's commitment to transparent communication about service improvements. The discussion comes during Kolluri's first year as CEO, a position he assumed January 1, 2025.
Key Details
The RiverLINE operates along a 34-mile route with 20 stations, connecting to PATCO, NJ TRANSIT rail, and bus services throughout the region. Officials outlined operational enhancements and future developments during the event, though specific metrics about service reliability improvements weren't released. The agency didn't provide cost estimates for improvements or detailed timelines for future projects mentioned. Transit officials said the unique operational model—with light rail service during the day and freight trains at night—affects maintenance and improvement strategies.
Timeline & Implementation
Officials didn't announce specific dates for future improvements discussed at the January 9 event. The agency typically releases detailed project timelines closer to implementation, but when that information will be available wasn't specified. Transit officials said they're committed to keeping riders informed as plans develop.
Rider Impact & Moovit
The event allowed the public to gain insights into the strategic direction of RiverLINE service, officials said. Riders can expect continued updates about operational improvements as projects move forward, though specific details about how changes will affect daily commutes weren't immediately available. Moovit provides real-time updates and schedule information for the RiverLINE and other NJ TRANSIT services throughout the region.
