New Rail Cars Seen for State Lines; Approval Expected From Bond Panel

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A new generation of railroad cars billed as roomier, more reliable and energy-efficient is proceeding on schedule to stations on the Metro-North and Shore Line East lines, with the State Bond Commission expected next week to approve the initial funding of $459 million. Connecticut and New York State in July awarded a contract to Kawasaki Railroad Car Inc., a Japanese firm with manufacturing plants in Yonkers, N.Y. and Lincoln, Neb. Judd Everhart, a spokesman for Gov. M. Jodi Rell, said the contract will not be signed until the money is approved. Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the Bond Commission generally approves all items that the governor's office places on the agenda.

The contract calls for an initial order of up to 300 of the new M- 8 passenger cars. Options in the contract, including up to 80 more cars, spare parts and refurbishing of existing cars, could bring the total package to $881 million. Connecticut will pay 65 percent of the cost of the new cars, with New York paying 35 percent.

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New Rail Cars Seen for State Lines; Approval Expected From Bond Panel

Everhart said delivery of the first cars is slated to take place ...

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