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    Downtown Hub for Amtrak in Atlanta proposed

    The Gulch location would require a substantial backup move to get either in or out. Armour yard is right on the main line, but not near downtown and not particularly street accessible. There was also discussion of a site in Chamblee north of I-285, as well as a proposal some time back in the...
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    Crescent discussion 2023 Q4 - 2024

    That is correct as of this date.
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    Crescent discussion

    Some of all the above.
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    Crescent discussion

    As a National Park Service Trails and Rails volunteer, I can tell you that, for many years, there was a T&R route ATL-NOL and return the next day 3 or 4 days a week. and it was very popular. About 5 years ago, Amtrak decided they would not cover the hotel and meal cost for the T&R program, so...
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    Crescent discussion

    They had it for a while but it was not successful.
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    Crescent discussion

    NS heat related speed restrictions south of ATL.
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    Crescent discussion

    Looks like somebody's private varnish.
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    Crescent discussion

    In the past, their estimate has been pretty accurate. Remember, it affects freight traffic also, so they want to get it done.
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    Crescent discussion

    Normally, the bag/dorm is on the rear.
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    Crescent alternative to NOL; roomette questions

    Meridian might be a good place, but you'd have to check with locals about your car. Maybe Picayune, depending on timing. Frankly, given the driving time involved, I don't see any advantage to catching the train in MS vs NOL. Yes and yes.
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    Freight train derailment at grade crossing

    IMO the transport company should be liable since the driver did not stop short of the crossing while waiting for the traffic light.
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    Consequences of not obeying Amtrak employees

    The Conductor is the Captain of the ship. He/she can have you removed from the train. I have seen it done.
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    Downtown Hub for Amtrak in Atlanta proposed

    The proposed location would require a 30 minute backup move in or out for the Crescent. I don't think they're really interested in that.
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    Crescent discussion

    The Crescent never had a separate cafe car and lounge car. It has always been just one car.
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    Downtown Hub for Amtrak in Atlanta proposed

    "Best outcome would be establishing a joint powers authority" That will never happen in Georgia. They tried something like that with MARTA and only 2 counties originally agreed, finally got one more, but one large county will never agree.
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    Downtown Hub for Amtrak in Atlanta proposed

    Commuter rail service is a pipe dream. They've been trying for 25 years with several studies done, some paid for by private funds.
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    Downtown Hub for Amtrak in Atlanta proposed

    A downtown station would be out of the question for Amtrak since I don't think they would agree to a 30+ minute backup move to get in or out of the station. The track which would have allowed it, locally referred to as the "Beltline" was removed and will not be returned. The GDOT had an...
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    Atlanta temporarily lost checked baggage service - now restored

    Resolved long ago. Elevator replaced/repaired.
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    Florida to Boston Trip, need help with luggage

    Yes, I would take one bag with what you need ar a few days and ship the rest via UPS.
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    Crescent operations and schedule performance

    I imagine you are correct regarding the NOL departure time and crew rest.
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