Save The G

November 6, 2012

Still no G train service a week after Superstorm Sandy

The MTA says the G train is the top priority right now. PRIORITY, after restoring more than 80% of service on other lines? To quote Inigo Montoya: "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means."

http://www.change.org/petitions/joe-lhota-mta-chair-implement-shuttle-bus-service-along-l-and-g-routes

July 18, 2012

G Train Extension to Church Avenue Will Be Permanent

Great news - the G line will permanently terminate at Church Avenue, the MTA recently announced.

DNAInfo: Brooklyn Rejoices at G Train Made Permanent
http://tinyurl.com/6w87okw

G Train Extension Will 'Likely' Be Saved, MTA Board Members Say
http://brooklynpaper.com/stories/35/29/dtg_gtrainsaved_2012_07_20_bk01.html

May 9, 2012

The G subway line is in the news again:

Vindication for the G: Study shows every other line has more delays, especially the 2 and 5

http://www.capitalnewyork.com/article/politics/2012/05/5868010/vindication-g-study-shows-every-other-line-has-more-delays-especial

What's a Street Transfer?

Street transfers are a great short-term measure to increase service options at subway stations that are proximate but lack physical connections. Street transfers allow subway riders to exit one station, cross the street, and enter another nearby station without paying a new fare.

A street transfer is currently available at the F line 63rd Street station to connect riders to the E/M/6 lines at 53rd Street in Manhattan. There are many possible transfer sites that could enhance rider's options, particularly in Brooklyn. Until an underground tunnel can physically link these lines, we think street transfers should immediately be provided to G line riders.

Great street transfers-to-be:
· Broadway station (G line) – Hewes Street station (J/M line)
· Hoyt-Schermerhorn station (A, C, G lines) – Atlantic Avenue/Pacific Street station (2, 3, 4, 5, M, N, R, W, D, Q lines)
· Hoyt-Schermerhorn station (A, C, G lines) – Nevins Street station (2, 3, 4, 5, lines)
· Hoyt-Schermerhorn station (A, C, G lines) – Hoyt Street station (2, 3 lines)
· Fulton Street station (G line) – Lafayette Avenue (A, C lines)
· Fulton Street station (G line) – Atlantic Avenue/Pacific Street station (2, 3, 4, 5, M, N, R, W, D, Q lines)