Help shape how
Connecticut moves.
A statewide conversation about moving goods more efficiently, strengthening port and rail infrastructure, and creating lasting economic and environmental value.
Working Group Purpose
A connected system.
A stronger Connecticut.
Public Act No. 26-63 directs the working group to review how the state can better use freight rail, sea lanes, and ports to transport goods.
There are two ways to engage with the working group.
- Select provide feedback to submit written suggestions and information.
- To speak, or present to the working group register to participate in our public meetings below.
Working Group Members
- Connecticut Port Authority – Michael O’Connor
- Department of Energy and Environmental Protection – Jennifer Perry
- Department of Transportation – Kyle Craig and Aaron Swanson
- Department of Community and Economic Development – Andrew Lavigne
- Connecticut Port Authority – Anthony Afriyie
2026 Freight & Rail Working Group Public Meetings
Monday, September 14, 2026 (2:00pm)
Location: Virtual
Microsoft Teams meeting can be found here
Meeting ID: 282 080 290 138 405
Passcode: ku9xF2oi
One tap mobile: +1 872-216-3933,,655977004# ,,,, Phone conference ID: 655 977 004#
Monday, September 28, 2026 (2:00pm)
Location: Virtual
Microsoft Teams meeting can be found here
Meeting ID: 239 102 837 170 060
Passcode: YH3X4s5c
One tap mobile: +1 872-216-3933,,692673189# ,,,, Phone conference ID: 692 673 189#
WORKING GROUP FOCUS
Policies and incentives that can shift the movement of goods including construction materials, metals and industrial materials, agricultural and food products and municipal solid waste.
Practical opportunities to strengthen freight rail connections and port infrastructure across the state.
Environmental, economic, community, and transportation effects of increasing freight movement by rail and water.
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Join the conversation.
Public Meeting Registration
Please complete the registration form below to confirm your availability. Registration helps us plan appropriately and ensures you receive important event updates and information. Presentations or speaking should be no more than 10 minutes. If a longer presentation is desired please email info@ctportauthority.com. We look forward to welcoming you and appreciate your participation.
Meeting notes, and presentations will be posted here as they become available.
Public Comment Section
Your experience is needed for success. We want to hear from you!
Provide your feedback here
Please provide any general comments or input you would like to share concerning policy changes, incentives, and subsidies that could be implemented. We appreciate thoughtful and constructive feedback. Including any information you want to upload.