Monthly Archives: February 2007

Scottsdale council refers rail decision to voters

February 7, 2007 – 6:08 am

Arizona Republic, 2007-02-07:
“Scottsdale residents will have their say at the voting booth before the City Council decides whether to build a light-rail line on Scottsdale Road.
“The Scottsdale City Council voted 6-1 Tuesday to follow through on petitions demanding an advisory ballot measure to take the pulse of the community regarding light rail… The [...]

By wlindley | Posted in Light Rail, News |

VCR: Easter Bunny Express

February 6, 2007 – 7:23 am

[ April 8, 2007; ] While the Verde Canyon is still a kaleidoscope of color, the Easter Bunny hops aboard the tourist train. Sample the Bunny’s treats and possibly view resident eagles “Black and Decker” and their new eaglets testing their wings. For more info, call the Verde Canyon at 1-800-293-7245 or http://www.verdecanyonrr.com (source: VCR Press Release)

By wlindley | Posted in Events |

VCR: Lucky Leprechaun Express

February 6, 2007 – 7:21 am

[ March 17, 2007; ] On St. Patrick’s Day, ride the Verde Canyon Railroad - traditional Irish fare, beer, and live music. For more info, call the Verde Canyon at 1-800-293-7245 or http://www.verdecanyonrr.com (source: VCR Press Release)

By wlindley | Posted in Events |

Train to Phoenix in five years?

February 3, 2007 – 11:20 am

In the Tucson Citizen, 2 February 2007 –
Target is 2012 for daily service. All that’s left: convince public, sway politicians, get funding - and, oh, yes, find some track…
Like the little engine that could, the idea of passenger rail service between the Old Pueblo and Phoenix just keeps chugging along.
Very slowly and uphill.
But, if the [...]

By wlindley | Posted in News, Regional Rail |