Passengers Empowering Passengers
About Us
Over 3 decades ...
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Working in the interests of existing and future railroad, subway, trolley and other transit passengers.
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Concerned with southeastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey, northern Delaware and other adjacent areas.
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Informing the public about mass transit issues through the efforts of our volunteers, including public outreach, social media, this website and our highly praised newsletter, The Delaware Valley Rail Passenger.
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We research, promote, advance & educate about cost-effective ...
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Retention of service -- Transit is an environmentally sound and cost-effective way of providing mobility and combating automobile congestion. All too often, however, uninformed decision-makers in Harrisburg, Trenton and Washington work against the best interests of passengers riding SEPTA, NJ Transit, PATCO and Amtrak.
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Improvement of service -- With appropriate priorities, much can be done to enhance speed, reliability, passenger comfort, and operational efficiency.
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Expansion of service -- Bethlehem, Mt. Holly, Glassboro, Newtown, Pottstown, Quakertown, Reading, West Chester and Woodbury all need passenger rail service, and trolley service needs to expand in Philadelphia.
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We are ...
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Riders who support accessible, affordable, attractive, reliable, safe and sustainable passenger rail transportation for the Delaware Valley region.
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Individuals who care about the state of passenger rail service in the Delaware Valley.
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The organization that has a major impact on passenger rail services in the Delaware Valley.
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An all volunteer, non-profit, 501(C)(3) incorporated organization.
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Our support comes from:
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Individual & family membership dues.
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Individual & family membership contributions.
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Through us, your voice can be heard at the state capitals, SEPTA, NJ Transit, PATCO & Amtrak to...
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Ensure the continued operation of your train, subway or trolley service.
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Ensure the reliability of your train, subway or trolley service.
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Reduce the travel time of your trip.
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Increase the comfort of your trip.
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Mitigate the negative impact of automobile congestion.
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Advocate for Car-Free travel alternatives.
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Improve the regional air quality.
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Improve your quality of life.