 A visual representation of the goals of Trainriders Northeast in 2009 | |
| Formation | 1989 |
|---|---|
| Purpose | rail passenger transportation advocacy |
| Headquarters | Portland, Maine |
Region | New England, United States |
| Website | trainridersne |
Trainriders Northeast is a non-profit citizens' organization group based out of Portland, Maine, in the United States. It was established in 1989 to advocate for the extension of passenger rail service from Boston to Portland and points north. Today Trainriders Northeast may be most well known for their role in bringing passenger service back to Portland, with the Amtrak Downeaster.
The organization was established not only to promote the extension of rail service, but to educate the public on the pros of rail. They also support comprehensive transportation planning, or creating long-term regional transportation plans.[1]
- ^ "Goals & Objectives". Trainriders NE. March 3, 2008. Archived from the original on August 21, 2008.