The National Association of Railroad Passengers held its annual northeast meeting in Boston on Saturday with NNEPRA Executive Director Patricia Quinn delivering the keynote address. Ms. Quinn praised the public/private/government partnerships which have enabled the Downeaster to thrive. Various reports from northeast rail organizations were presented throughout the day.
TRN board member Christoper Parker of the Vermont Rail Action Network
informed the 100-person gathering how community action saved the Amtrak
Ethan Allen from elimination. His organization's accomplishment was
warmly applauded. TRN Chairman Wayne Davis emphasized how building a
consensus among various constituencies was the primary function of any
effective grassroots organization.
Many have noted that the Downeaster is different and better than the rest of Amtrak. Patricia's presentation contains lessons for the other locations about how to better operate service by the kind of direct management that a local authority can give.
The leadership of Wayne and Patricia continues to provide transportation and economic benefits to the riders and communities along the line in Maine, NH & MA.
What a team, unlike the Patriots, they always win!
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