1. Rail Runner Wireless System
Project Certification Committee Presentation
September 28, 2011

2. Objective:
To provide 99.9% wireless service allowing passengers to stay connected throughout their use of the NM Rail Runner train transportation system and stations.
Implement a wireless system that is flexible and scalable as the service area for the Rail Runner expands. Future capabilities may eventually include services as ticket vending, ticket verification, failover operations communications, emergency phones, video displays on both the trains and the platforms, and video surveillance equipment.

3. Issues:
Gaps in Coverage along Rail Route
FCC Radio Frequency Issue

4. Progress: Contract Extended to February 29, 2012 Contractor will:
reengineer wireless network for optimization and for compliance with FCC regulations
replace radios and antennas as needed
build additional towers as needed
NMDOT to Test and Accept System 4

5. Status: No new budget or expenditures
Contractor to absorb the costs for:
reengineering
equipment refitting, and
additional towers
Life of Project Budget
Budget: $2,656,237
Expended $2,189,651