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Arizona Republic, 3 April 2007

The Arizona Department of Transportation is set to issue a report on mass-transportation needs in the state.

The report, which was called for in an executive order by Gov. Janet Napolitano, is expected to be made public on Friday.

Jim Dickey, Arizona Department of Transportation public transportation director, led a series of meetings around the state… Opponents and proponents of light rail, commuter rail, bus service and other forms of mass transit were able to voice their opinions.

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from the Austin Business Journal – March 28, 2007

Capital Metro’s first urban commuter rail train is a long way from home at Stadler Rail Group’s Switzerland manufacturing plant, but it’s already making an impact in Austin as the first of six diesel-electric trains to have finished assembly… The new train will arrive in Austin for more track testing here this fall…

The six trains will make up Austin’s commuter rail fleet, scheduled to begin running every 30 minutes during morning and afternoon rush hours from Leander to downtown Austin. Commuter rail service is scheduled to begin in late 2008…

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VCR: Easter Bunny Express   February 6th, 2007

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)

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