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
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 establishment of service on the Dubuque route, Quad Cities service, and the Madison extension.
San Antonio Hosts Our 5th Civic Conversation
The most recent 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. Click here for the
agenda.
Savannah Civic Conversation a Success
Representatives of both public
and private entities from cities and towns between Washington, DC and
Miami attended the most recent Civic Conversation, held in Savannah,
Ga. on February 3-4, 2008. Click here for
the agenda.
To view presentations, photos, interact with speakers and learn more about the program, please visit the Savannah Civic Conversation page on the Virtual Civic Conversation.
Virtual Civic Conversation Launched
We are proud to announce the launch of the Virtual Civic Conversation, a social networking website designed to build on the Civic Conversations held around the country.
The Virtual Civic Conversation is open to all those interested in station revitalization. It houses many resources, which may be helpful to your station renovation projects. The site is also a place where users can interact with one another, ask questions and tell their own stories.
For information about past Civic Conversations, click on the links below. You will find resources from each event and have the opportunity to network with others.
Savannah, Ga.
February 3–4, 2009
Albuquerque, N.M.
May 7, 2008
Pittsburgh, Pa.
December 6, 2007
Denver, Colo.
July 24, 2007
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Calendar of Events
Sixth Civic Conversation: Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza from July 21-22, 2010. Please stay tuned for further information.
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