Santa Clarita Residents Invited to Discuss Antelope Valley Line Upgrades with Metrolink

Santa Clarita is working with Metrolink to upgrade the Antelope Valley Line (AVL). This 76.6-mile route is the third most popular in Metrolink’s system, serving about 9,000 passengers daily. However, uneven terrain and single-tracking slow the trains down. The AVL Capacity and Service Improvements Project aims to enhance the line's safety and efficiency.

The project's goal is to increase service frequency and reliability on the AVL commuter rail corridor. It also aims to reduce the travel time between Union Station and Santa Clarita to 30 minutes. Councilwoman Marsha McLean encourages residents and riders to push for more funding for the project.

So far, the project has secured about half of the necessary funding. Santa Clarita is urging Metrolink and Metro to prioritize the AVL project and secure the remaining funds. The recent addition of trains and increased schedules have boosted ridership by over 20 percent.

Metrolink is providing two opportunities for the public to discuss the AVL improvements. A virtual public meeting is scheduled for April 18, 2024, from 5:00-6:00 p.m. A public hearing will also take place during the Metrolink Board of Directors Meeting on May 24, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.

Santa Clarita and Metrolink are dedicated to improving the AVL and meeting the region's mobility needs. The proposed improvements are expected to significantly enhance the line's service frequency and reliability, benefiting all users.

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