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Colorado Connector (CoCo), powered by the Front Range Passenger Rail (FRPR) District 🚆 An alternative to I-25 congestion ⚾ A better way to the game/show 🏥 Expand access to essential services 💵 Invest in local communities ColoradoConnector.com

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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Missed our Colorado Connector (CoCo) Delivery Plan Town Halls? Catch the recording! 🚆 The FRPR District's digital finale to its 2026 Town Hall Series covered the full project, recent milestones, and an outline of what's next. Check it out here: youtu.be/WO-olf9zPkA?...
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Colorado Connector (CoCo) Delivery Plan Launch: Special Virtual Town Hall
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
While planning Colorado's rail future through the #ColoradoConnector, we also celebrated its rail past. 🚂 FRPR District Board Chair John Putnam, Vice Chair Chris Nevitt, and James Flattum visited Union Pacific's legendary #BigBoy4014. Thanks to our partners at Union Pacific for hosting us!
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Big milestone for Colorado Connector: the Draft Delivery Plan is live and public comment is open. Review the plan and submit your comments at ColoradoConnector.com/plan before next Monday.
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
ICYMI: CoCo got a brand new look! See for yourself:  Coloradoconnector.com
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
The fox is out of the bag… CoCo’s got a brand‑new look! Click the link in bio to discover more.
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
If you commuted to work on CoCo, what would you do with all that free time?
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Describe I‑25 at 5 p.m. in one word.
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Amtrak’s first dual-mode Airo train departing Denver!🚉 These new trains can run on overhead electric wires or switch to low-emission onboard power where needed. 🚆 With electrified rail already in the Denver area, could this technology help support future CoCo service? ⛰️ youtu.be/LrDoi72ltK4?...
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Amtrak’s first dual-mode Airo train departing Denver
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Amtrak’s dual-mode Airo train visited Denver!🚉 These trains can run on overhead electric wires or low-emission onboard generators, switching seamlessly between the two.🚆 That flexibility makes them compatible with a wide range of rail infrastructure and future possibilities.🎯 Front Range ready?⛰️
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Rachel from Brighton sees the #ColoradoConnector as a smarter way to meet clients across the Front Range. ⏱️ Instead of losing time in I-25 traffic, she could work, prep for meetings, or recharge while traveling between Denver, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo. 🛤️ Learn more via the 🔗 in bio.
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Imagine if the whole Front Range had a train that took you straight to the game? No traffic, no parking? ⚾️ youtu.be/c7VCITotphE Not just Denver... what if Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo also had a #TrainToTheGame option, maybe an even faster train? It's possible! 🚆 #ColoradoConnector
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Colorado Connector as Your Best way to the Game!
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
New passenger trains are arriving across the U.S. 🌎 Seattle just received its first new Amtrak Airo train, with service beginning this fall on Amtrak Cascades. 🚉 Modern trains are transforming travel in regions like Colorado’s Front Range. ⛰️ Why not here too? Learn more at: ColoradoConnector.com
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Driving keeps getting more expensive. Connor from Cañon City says the #ColoradoConnector could help. 🚆 No worrying as much about gas, parking, or surprise car repairs like the “check engine” light. 🚗 How would CoCo change your travel? Share here: 🔗 ridethefrontrange.soapboxx.com/question/how...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Amtrak’s new Airo test train visited Denver! 🚄⛰️ Built in Sacramento by Siemens Mobility, these sleek new trains begin service this summer on Amtrak Cascades and are a vision of what the #ColoradoConnector could look like. 🚉 Would you ride it? Learn more via the 🔗 in bio. youtu.be/12nn_SQMrfM
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Amtrak’s Airo Test Train visits Denver
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
Karl from Manitou Springs says the #ColoradoConnector could help Colorado's economy grow. 📈 He’s excited about a new way to travel that could connect communities and make it easier for people to get around. 🛤️ How would you use CoCo? Share your story: ridethefrontrange.soapboxx.com/question/how...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Jared from Littleton is excited about the #ColoradoConnector 🚆 Instead of stressing over traffic and weather on I-25, he looks forward to relaxing, enjoying the scenery, and traveling with friends. 🌄 How would you use CoCo? Share your story: 🔗 ridethefrontrange.soapboxx.com/question/how...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Transportation is Colorado’s #1 source of greenhouse gas emissions 🌎 Intercity passenger rail offers a cleaner alternative: 🚆 80%+ fewer emissions than driving ✈️ 70%+ fewer than flying Colorado Connector (CoCo) would link 85% of Colorado’s population. Intercity passenger rail works, why not here?
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
How about an alternative to I-25—especially on storm days? ❄️ Christina shared how easy intercity passenger rail made travel while living in Europe - and how valuable a safe, traffic-free option to southern Colorado would be. ⛰️ Share your story here: ridethefrontrange.soapboxx.com/question/how...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Why do 6 of the 7 continents 🌍 run intercity rail? It just makes cents! In the US: $1 transit → $5 return ($3 in local sales) 💵 Homes near transit: +24% value 📈 $10K+ saved per car/year 🚗 ~50K jobs per $1B invested 👷 Passenger rail isn’t just mobility—it’s economic strategy.
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Aiden from Longmont is excited to have the #ColoradoConnector as a more comfortable option that avoids traffic 🚦and parking 🅿️ ! Share your story with us about how the Colorado Connector train will impact you: ridethefrontrange.soapboxx.com/question/how...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
We asked Denverites why they ride passenger rail - here’s what they said🚦&🅿️ The #ColoradoConnector project will introduce a safe, smooth, and comfortable alternative with intercity passenger rail beyond Denver, incl. Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Fort Collins 🚉 Learn more at ColoradoConnector.com
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 27/04/2026
Rockies games WITHOUT traffic or parking? It’s already a thing for Denver. What if the rest of the Front Range had that option too? ⚾️ The #ColoradoConnector vision would offer a straight shot to Rockies games for Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo. Learn more at ColoradoConnector.com
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Stephanie from Denver is excited to ride the #ColoradoConnector down to Colorado Springs to visit her Granddaughter WITHOUT having to sit in traffic! 🚦 Share your story with us about how the Colorado Connector train will impact you: ridethefrontrange.soapboxx.com/question/how...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
Fun surprise in Denver this morning - Colorado has a visitor! 🚆 One of the brand new Siemens Airo trains bound for the PacNorth made a pitstop in Denver today. If you’re local, don’t miss your chance to take a peek at a vision of what the Colorado Connector could look like! #ColoradoConnector
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
We have got 5 more April town halls, including Denver tonight! 🏫 South Denver - Wed, 4/22 at 6:00 PM West Denver - Sat, 4/25 at 1:30 PM Fort Collins - Sun, 4/26 at 2:00 PM Pueblo - Tue, 4/28 at 2:00 PM Westminster - Wed, 4/29 at 6:00 PM Don't miss out! RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Trevor from Fort Collins is excited to use the #ColoradoConnector to visit family and eat at his favorite restaurant without needing to drive. Share your story with us about how the Colorado Connector train will impact you: ridethefrontrange.soapboxx.com/question/how...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
What if the whole Front Range had a train that took you straight to the game? No traffic, no parking? ⚾️ Imagine if Fort Collins, Colorado Springs, and Pueblo also had a #TrainToTheGame option too, maybe an even faster train? It's possible! 🚆 #ColoradoConnector #GoRockies
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
We’re on a roll with town halls, and we’ve still got two more coming this week! Thu, 4/16 in Loveland at 5:30 PM Fri, 4/17 in Colorado Springs at 5:30 PM Don’t miss out on the conversation! RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
Join in for additional town halls this week! 🏫 Wed, 4/15 at 6:00 PM in Boulder Thu, 4/16 at 5:30 PM in Loveland Fri, 4/17 at 5:30 PM in Colorado Springs Don't miss out on the conversation to learn more about the Colorado Connector vision! 🚆 RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Join us tomorrow for a Northeast Denver town hall co-hosted by the Honorable Elbra Wedgeworth 🏫 Learn more about the Colorado Connector service vision for the region and share your input. Doors open at 10 AM. RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
ICYMI, we had another full house last night at our Longmont town hall, with over 200 people joining in to talk about the Colorado Connector! If you are based in the NW area, Commuting Solutions is co-hosting two more options over the coming weeks. RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Join the Joint Service negotiation team as they announce details of the term sheet between the State and BNSF to commence passenger rail from Denver to Fort Collins. This webinar will share exciting, new details of the negotiations! us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Join us tomorrow in Longmont for a Front Range Passenger Rail town hall with Commuting Solutions 🏫 This is the first of three meetings across Westminster, Boulder, and Longmont - come ask questions, get informed, and help shape the future of mobility. 🚆 RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Coloradans have spoken! After more than 25K votes, the future Front Range train has a name: Colorado Connector – or “CoCo”. ☑️ Intercity passenger rail is moving forward – with service planned to begin in 2029.🚆 Learn more at ColoradoConnector.com #ColoradoConnector
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
ICYMI, our Town Halls have been PACKED! If you have yet to attend one, don’t wait! The FRPR District is offering more Town Halls up and down the Front Range this month, so be sure to join in for the conversation! RSVP here: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
What do Coloradans actually think about passenger rail? 🚆 We asked. Here’s what they said! youtu.be/EMSU6wK0DFo?...
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What do Coloradans actually think about passenger rail? We asked. Here’s what they said!
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Join us this Monday, 3/30, for a FRPR Community Q&A in Fort Collins! 🚉 Meet at City Hall - doors open at 5:30 PM 📢 This is a welcoming space to learn about the project, ask questions, and share your ideas. 🛤️ Please RSVP to save your seat: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
We asked people across the Denver area why they ride.🚊 From being able to skip the traffic and inconveniences of parking to saving on gas, it's clear that the train opens up a new option. Imagine if there were more of these connections beyond the Denver metro, and across the entire Front Range!
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Earlier this month, the @denvergazette.com asked their staff how they would #NameTheTrain - we followed up, and asked people at the Olde Town Arvada St. Patrick’s Day festival ☘️ how they would #NametheTrain. Here's what they said: www.ridethefrontrange.com/namethetrain
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Great community discussion at today’s Town Hall with @greenlatinos.org 🌳 in Denver’s LoDo neighborhood, just steps from Denver Union Station. Don't miss your chance to participate in a local FRPR Town Hall - more locations and times are available here: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
This Thursday in Colorado Springs, join us for a Front Range Passenger Rail Community Town Hall Q&A. ⛰️ This is a welcoming space to learn about the project, ask questions, and share your ideas. Please RSVP to save your seat: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
We asked people at the Olde Town Arvada St. Patrick’s Day festival ☘️ why they ride. 🚊 Answers ranged from convenience to cost, and especially skipping traffic and parking! Imagine if there were more connections to destinations beyond the Denver metro, and across the entire Front Range...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
This Wednesday in Downtown Denver, join GreenLatinos Colorado 🌳 and Front Range Passenger Rail 🛤️ for an environmental Town Hall. This is a welcoming space to learn about the environmental and community benefits of the project. Please RSVP to save your seat: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
The "Name the Train" Contest has been extended to March 30th! The Colorado Connector (“CoCo”) is still in the lead, although another finalist remains close behind. Don’t miss out on your opportunity to #NameTheTrain! Vote now, we’re still counting: www.ridethefrontrange.com/namethetrain
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Join us for a FRPR Community Q&A in Denver hosted by the Hon. Elbra Wedgeworth! This is a welcoming space to learn about the project, ask questions, and share your ideas. Two meeting dates are available: 3/19 at 12 PM & 4/11 at 10 AM. Please RSVP to save your seat: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
More than 18,000 Coloradans voted in the first 72 hours of the FRPR “Name the Train” Contest! Early results show Colorado Connector (“CoCo”) slightly leading the contest, but it's a very tight race! If you haven’t already, vote now to #NameTheTrain! www.ridethefrontrange.com/namethetrain
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
ICYMI, we had an incredible turnout at our Pueblo FRPR Town Hall this past Sunday! 🏛️ Big thanks to everyone who joined in for the conversation with such thoughtful questions! More Town Hall opportunities in neighboring Front Range cities are coming over the next couple of weeks - RSVP via bio link!
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Front Range Passenger Rail is coming, and YOU can help name the train! The Colorado Connector — “CoCo”? The Colorado Ranger? The Front Range Express Destinations — “FRED”? Or RangeLink? Vote now on these 4 pot'l names w/ chance to win 2 tickets to the first ride ridethefrontrange.com/namethetrain
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Join us this Sunday, 3/08, for a FRPR Community Q&A in Pueblo! 🚉 Meet at Pueblo's Union Depot - doors open at 1:00 PM 📢 This is a welcoming space to learn about the project, ask questions, and share your ideas. 🛤️ Please RSVP to save your seat: www.mobilize.us/ridethefront...
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Colorado Connector @coloradoconnector.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
What if you could do Pueblo by train? 🚊 It’s possible! Learn more about the Front Range Passenger Rail (FRPR) project. Link in bio! 🛤️ #BuildFRPR #BuildTheTrain #SkipTheTraffic #RideTheFrontRange
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