Greetings,

The Northstar Commuter Rail Project has been busy building stations and other facilities this summer so we can launch the state's first commuter rail line in November 2009.

That's not all we've been working on. Now there is a new Northstar web site to help you prepare for Northstar service.

The completely revamped Northstar web site highlights new information about the smart, convenient and safe commuter rail system that soon will be available from Big Lake to downtown Minneapolis.

Explore the new web site at Northstar's current address: www.mn-GetOnBoard.com.

Then help us spread the word and invite your co-workers, friends and family to check out this brand new resource.

The site includes many new features, including:

• Information to help you plan your trip and connect to other transit lines
• Interactive maps that provide driving directions to your nearest Northstar station and nearby amenities
• Answers to your questions about how to buy tickets, station and train amenities and safety
• Updated animations and pictures showing you what Northstar will look like when service begins - and what construction progress looks like currently
• Future news updates about Northstar fares, the delivery of train vehicles and other project developments

We hope this new web site will be a useful resource for you. Take a few moments to explore the web site today. It's one of the best ways to get ready to ride the line in 2009!

Sincerely,

Dan Erhart
NCDA Chair