Resources & Links

Ross Capon joined the staff of the National Association of Railroad Passenger (NARP) in 1975, and became executive director in 1976.  In 2008, his title was changed to president.  Mr. Capon’s duties as President and CEO of the only national organization advocating for the users of passenger trains and rail transit include testifying before Congress and working with members of Congress to increase funding for passenger rail service; briefing the media on passenger rail issues; and coordinating among state and regional associations of railroad passengers on local issues that affect passenger rail.

One-stop shopping for all the weblinks and documents discussed in the August issue of NARP News.

The Dr. Gary Burch Memorial Safety Award is an annual award granting $1,000 to the railroad worker who has done the most to improve the safety of railroad passengers. (includes history and list of recipients)

Presented by George Chilson to the NARP Board of Directors at its October 2006 Meeting in Austin, TX and discussed in the January 2007 issue of NARP News

NARP’s annual award recognizing celebrities, elected officials, and others who have made important contributions to the passenger rail cause. (includes history and a list of recipients)

Mary Beth McCall joined NARP as Coordinator of Resource Development February 10, 2011.  A Greenville, SC native, she earned her B.A. cum laude in Political Communications from Clemson University (Clemson, SC) in late 2009.  She has worked on Republican political campaigns on college campuses, including coordinating volunteers.  She also has worked for a collection agency and in hospitality, the latter at Wolf Creek Resort and Red Moose Lodge, Eden, UT.

Digital copies of presentations given before the NARP Council of Representatives on October 14, during NARP’s Council Meeting held in Los Angeles

Notable speakers representing the Southern California Regional Rail Authority (Metrolink), Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority (Metro), the California High Speed Rail Authority (CAHSRA) and Amtrak addressed the NARP Council of Representatives on October 14 in Los Angeles.

NARP Chairman Robert Stewart’s statement before the Board and Council for the Council of Representatives Meeting held in Los Angeles on October 14, 2011.

Given annually to university and college professors who have an excellent record in developing and promoting knowledge about and progress of passenger train transportation in the United States and Canada.

Snapshots from the 2010 fall meeting of NARP’s Council of Representatives in Grand Rapids, MI.

Click here to read independent auditor William Abell’s audit of NARP’s finances for calendar year 2009. (10-page PDF)

View photos and a description of our Equipped for Growth Congressional Reception, honoring Congressman James Obserstar (D-MN), Amtrak’s John Bernal, and NCDOT’s Paul Worley.

A new slate of Officers, Directors and Representatives At-Large of the Association is elected by the Council of Representatives at the April Council meeting of every even-numbered year. State Representatives are elected by the constituent membership of the Association every odd-numbered year. Here’s how to apply for one or more of these leadership positions.

Description of the powers and responsibilities of the NARP Board of Directors

Malcolm Kenton, who joined the staff in 2009, is a longtime political and environmental activist and rail advocate hailing from Greensboro, NC with a BA in Political Science and Environmental Studies from Guilford College. He is responsible for developing and implementing grassroots outreach strategies, especially for younger people. His duties include serving as primary steward of the NARP Blog.  He will be doing layout for NARP News as well as assisting with compiling material.

View photos and a description of our April 21, 2009 Congressional Reception, honoring Senator Harry Reid (D-NV) and Representative John L. Mica (R-FL), as well as photos from NARP’s council meeting.

Sean Jeans-Gail joined the National Association of Railroad Passenger in 2008, and is currently working as Vice President.  A native of Portland, Oregon, he formerly served as NARP’s Director of Communications, and has worked previously in political campaigns and the financial sector.

A tradition started in 2007 that recaps the past year in rail advocacy and looks forward to next year.

View photos and a description of our April 30, 2008 Congressional Reception, honoring Senator Gordon Smith (R-OR) and Representative John Olver (D-MA)

It’s been a busy year here at NARP.  Read our Year-end Report on our activities to take a look back at an productive, exciting year in passenger rail advocacy.

One-stop shopping for all the weblinks and documents discussed in the May issue of NARP News.

“Modern Passenger Trains: A National Necessity”—NARP report first written in 2002 and revised in 2003.

View photos and a decription of our May 2, 2007 Congressional Reception, honoring Senator Richard Durbin (D-IL) and Representative Denny Rehberg (R-MT)

View NARP’s IRS Form 990 and Auditor’s Report for the current year.

Volunteer on a team to help promote the long-distance train network!

Take a look at photos from our very successful April 27, 2006 event honoring the Members of the 109th Congress.

Photos from the April 21, 2005 NARP Congressional Reception, held in the Rayburn House Office Building.