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How Color Transforms Transit—and Why It’s Time for U.S. Systems to Get Noticed
Color is not merely a decorative choice; it’s a powerful strategic tool that can redefine a transit system’s identity and shape public perception

Ryan Pecaut
Apr 214 min read


Behind the Scenes as Midwest Rail Support Reaches the Ohio House
Ohioans have demonstrated overwhelming support for passenger rail, with tens of thousands engaging online and hundreds making calls.

All Aboard Ohio
Apr 32 min read


A Legislative Push for Progress - Our Work and Your Help
We are working with our coalition to get passenger rail MIPRC language amended into the Operating Budget (HB 96) in the Ohio House

John Esterly
Mar 302 min read


Passenger Rail Expansion in Erie: New Video and a Data-Driven Look
All Aboard Erie released a video advocating for passenger rail expansion in Erie, PA. Learn about All Aboard Ohio's parallel efforts

Ryan Pecaut
Mar 223 min read


Meetings With Lawmakers: Positivity for Ohio Passenger Rail
The success of Ohio passenger rail advocacy with lawmakers and how passenger rail in Ohio gains bipartisan support for a vibrant future.

Nathan Halm
Mar 72 min read


Ohio Runs on Rail: A Vision for the Future of Passenger Rail in Ohio
Intercity Passenger Rail to Connect Our State, an executive summary vision on passenger rail and Amtrak in Ohio.

Ryan Pecaut
Mar 22 min read


How City Density Is the Key to Transit Development
Density in Transit Development is crucial for city growth and public transit expansion. Learn why Density in Transit Development matters now
Ben Paulus
Feb 183 min read


Guest Blog: Testimony to the Ohio House Transportation Committee
In 2023, the Ability Center started hearing from our consumers and advocates that passenger rail is far more accessible than other travel

Sally Fish
Feb 124 min read


Testimony to the Ohio House Transportation Committee
We urge your support for an amendment to House Bill 54 which would reinstate and fund Ohio’s membership in the Midwest Interstate Passenger

Mitch Radakovich
Feb 122 min read


North Carolina's Missing Trains: Where are Amtrak Piedmont’s New Trains?
I took a ride on North Carolina’s aging fleet of Amtrak trains from Raleigh to Charlotte and started to wonder about new trains.

Ryan Pecaut
Jan 103 min read


How We're Tracking Amtrak Corridor ID With Technology
Technology allows us to be always in the know on Corridor ID grants and progress of the FRA on Ohio routes.

Ryan Pecaut
Dec 28, 20242 min read


Texas Bought More FLIRTs - That's Not a Euphemism
An example train that may fit into the missing model for North America’s fast frequent intercity service.

Lenny Zaleski
Dec 9, 20242 min read


Brightline Thrives in Florida: Could It Ever Work in Ohio?
Brightline began their development in 2012 and had operational service just six years later in 2018. If Ohio held the same schedule

John Esterly
Nov 29, 20243 min read


5 Takeaways from the Annual Meeting for Midwest Passenger Rail
The lessons learned and connections made will not only help advance Ohio’s rail projects but also strengthen our case for rejoining MIPRC

Mitch Radakovich
Nov 28, 20244 min read


What is Rail Banking? Rails to Trails in the US
Rail lines are preserved and maintained for possible reactivation in the future, but in the meantime, it can be used for recreational trails

Ryan Pecaut
Nov 27, 20242 min read


Cleveland Increases Order of New RTA Trains to Modernize Aging Fleet
GCRTA decided to expand the order from 30 to 48 railcars, with an option to add an additional 12

Ryan Pecaut
Nov 19, 20241 min read


Ohio Communities Demand Not to be Forgotten: The Preparation for Passenger Rail Starts
a testament to their commitment to regional connectivity, economic growth, and not being left out.

Ryan Pecaut
Nov 18, 20242 min read


ORDC Provides Positive Updates on Ohio's Corridor ID Rail Projects
The Cleveland-Columbus-Dayton-Cincinnati (3C&D) route is making significant strides, with ORDC recently submitting Task 1.1

John Esterly
Nov 16, 20241 min read


Ohio Had a Chance to Reduce Carbon Emissions – but Didn’t
a lot of this funding did not directly go into public transit projects that reduced emissions.Â

Lenny Zaleski
Nov 13, 20243 min read


Advocates Reimagined a NYC Train Bridge for the Better
more people than ever will be able to take advantage of this bridge – whether it’s by foot, bike, or train

Lenny Zaleski
Oct 25, 20242 min read
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