November 16, 2021
** FOR PLANNING PURPOSES ONLY; NOT FOR PUBLICATON, BROADCAST OR SOCIAL MEDIA ** |
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ADVISORY: MTA to Open Long Island Rail Road’s New Elmont Station |
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MTA leaders will join Lt. Governor Brian Benjamin and other elected officials and community leaders for the ribbon-cutting and ceremonial opening of the Elmont Station, the LIRR’s first newly built station in nearly 50 years, just in time for customers to attend the NY Islanders’ first game in their new home, UBS Arena, and for a Harry Styles concert the following weekend.
WHEN: Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021 – 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Elmont Station, the area in front of the steps to the platform NASSAU COUNTY
Directions to Elmont Station: Take the Cross Island Parkway to Exit 26D and follow directions to the Emerald Lot. Livestream available: https://youtu.be/FdJAH7FoXls
WHO:
Please note: Several of those listed above will take the first ceremonial train from Jamaica Station to Elmont Station. They will arrive at approximately 10:55 a.m. Video of the ride will be available on the livestream beginning at 10:40 a.m.
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