The SRPRA’s purpose is to work with various rail companies, local governments, and state and federal agencies to facilitate the return of passenger rail service connecting the communities of Reading, Pottstown and Phoenixville, Pennsylvania with Philadelphia and beyond
Moving Forward…
TOGETHER.
The mission of the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority is to facilitate the successful return of reliable passenger rail service, connecting the communities of Reading, Pottstown and Phoenixville, Pennsylvania with Philadelphia and beyond.
All for one, one for all.
The Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority (SRPRA) oversees and implements the restoration of passenger rail service between Reading and Philadelphia and is supported with equal representation and funding from Berks, Chester, and Montgomery Counties. The SRPRA has the power to formalize agreements, pursue funding opportunities and partner with rail operators and state and federal transportation agencies.
Restoring a community connector.
The restoration of rail passenger service in the Reading – Philadelphia segment of the Reading – Philadelphia – New York Corridor is a complex process that requires the commitment and coordination of multiple stakeholders at the local, state, and federal level.
The process being undertaken by the Schuylkill River Passenger Rail Authority (SRPRA or the Authority) is building upon the lessons learned from the studies of years past and is primarily focused on partnering with Amtrak as the proposed operator and participating in the Intercity Passenger Rail Corridor Identification and Development Program being led by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
The benefits are significant.
There are substantial positive impacts on all communities that will be served by a Reading to Philadelphia train line.
- Increased Mobility
- Reduced Traffic Congestion
- Lower Transportation Costs
- Improved Air Quality
- Economic Development
- Equity and Economic Empowerment
