Planning for Connections Across the Country

Facilitated conversation on best practices in planning for intercity passenger rail service that will cover Amtrak, State, and FRA perspectives.  Hear about the demographic analysis, economic impact, ridership, cost estimates, and partnerships followed by a discussion on lessons learned and steps to implementation.

Moderator:

• Paul Vilter, Assistant Vice President, Amtrak

Panelists:

• Peter Schwartz, Chief, Project Engineering and Transportation Planning Division, Federal Railroad Administration
• Arun Rao, Passenger Rail Manager, Wisconsin Department of Transportation
• Grace Gallucci, Executive Director, Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA)
• John M. Spain, Executive Vice President, Baton Rouge Area Foundation; Vice Chair, Southern Rail Commission

Sponsored by HDR