California High Speed Rail Meeting On Track For Gilroy

GILROY, CA — Whether maligned or revered, the California High-Speed Rail project is in need of input from Gilroy area residents to stay on track with the state's ambitious plans for the 220mph bullet train.

The authority that manages the project in the billions of dollars is hosting an open house on Aug. 22 at 5 p.m. to discuss the two rail sections between Merced and San Jose onto San Francisco. The state has considered starting the Northern California end before Southern California's that is anchored in San Diego.

In September 2019, staff will present their recommendations to the authority board of directors.

Community feedback is crucial in this process and will be shared with the authority board but does not translate to a preferred alternative for final design or construction.

The public is asked to join staff at the IFDES Lodge-Portuguese Hall located at 250 Old Gilroy St. in Gilroy. Free parking is available.