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Civic Conversations

As part of the Great American Stations project, Amtrak hosts Civic Conversations in an effort to inform communities about station renovation and build partnerships with those working to revitalize the stations Amtrak serves.

Discussions include:

  • Case Studies
  • Possible Funding Sources
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Requirements
  • Transportation-Oriented Development
  • Whom to Contact at Amtrak for Assistance in Getting Started
  • Civic Conversation attendees in Pittsburgh
  • Pittsburgh Civic Conversation
  • Beech Grove reception in Pittsburgh
  • Beech Grove reception in Pittsburgh
  • Civic Conversation attendees in Pittsburgh
  • Beech Grove reception in Albuquerque
  • Beech Grove reception in Albuquerque
  • Civic Conversation attendees in Albuquerque
  • Denver Civic Conversation
  • Joe McHugh greets attendees in Savannah
  • Civic Conversation attendees in Savannah
  • Denver Civic Conversation

Burlington, Vt. Hosts the 8th Civic Conversation

The most recent Civic Conversation took us to Burlington, Vt., at the Hilton Burlington Hotel, 60 Battery Street on December 8, 2011.

Huntington Hosts Our 7th Civic Conversation

The Huntington Civic Conversation took us into the heartland visited by the Cardinal on Thursday, March 31st, 2010. With 43 attendees in a small but dynamic space, we gave the Amtrak ADA review and update as well as presentations on the Kirkwood, Mo. volunteer program, funding sources and real estate development. Lawrence, Kan. and Osceola, Iowa also presented their case studies in this information-packed one-day program.

Chicago Hosts Our 6th Civic Conversation

The sixth Civic Conversation was held at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza from July 21-22, 2010. We concentrated on Midwest communities getting service as a result of receiving state or ARRA funds. The focus was on Wisconsin, Illinois, and Iowa and the potential for establishment of service on the Dubuque route, Quad Cities service, and the Madison extension.

San Antonio Hosts Our 5th Civic Conversation

San Antonio Civic Conversation SiteThe fifth Civic Conversation, held in San Antonio, Texas on January 27-28, 2010 was a great success. With over 75 attendees from along Amtrak‘s Heartland Flyer, Sunset Limited and Texas Eagle routes, the event included valuable presentations, breakout sessions and a chance for socializing.

Savannah Civic Conversation a Success

Savannah Civic Conversation SiteRepresentatives of both public and private entities from cities and towns between Washington, D.C. and Miami, Fl. attended the fourth Civic Conversation, held in Savannah, Ga. on February 3-4, 2008. This is what was on the agenda .