Commissioned by the Southern Rail Commission, the Gubernatorial Briefing Book is designed to outline the critical steps to achieving passenger rail in the Super Region corridor between Baton Rouge and New Orleans for the Louisiana gubernatorial candidates and state legislators.
The 5-step plan clearly showcases how Louisiana's state leadership can efficiently mobilize the effort to make rail a viable transportation alternative for the hundreds of thousands of commuters, tourists and industries that travel the heavily used portion of I-10 between Baton Rouge and New Orleans.
The key steps include:
Designate funding for capital expenses and operating support
Plan the service
Negotiate an operating agreement in conjunction with the railroads
Conduct capital work
Prepare for service