Support Rail to Dulles
With the Metrorail extension to Tysons and Dulles in jeopardy, the Greater Washington Board of Trade has been leading efforts to save the project. The Board of Trade will be persistent in backing this project, as it is a vital piece of our region’s transportation system and an economic stimulus for Greater Washington. Use the site to learn more about Rail to Dulles and stay informed of the latest developments surrounding the project.
Questions? Contact Bob Grow, Director, Government Relations.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
I. Click here to download letters to Secretary Peters, FTA Administrator Simpson and others, sign them, and send them to the fax numbers below.
- The Honorable Mary E. Peters
U.S. Secretary of Transportation
Fax: 202-366-7202 - The Honorable James S. Simpson
Federal Transit Administrator
Fax: 202-366-9854 - The Honorable Jim Nussle
Director, Office of Management and Budget
Fax: 202-395-3888 - Mr. Stephen S. McMillin
Deputy Director, Office of Management and Budget
Fax: 202-395-3888 - Mr. Robert Shea
Office of Management and Budget
Fax: 202-395-3888 - Mr. Joshua Bolten
Chief of Staff, The White House
Fax: 202-456-7163 - Mr. Ed Gillespie
Counselor to the President, The White House
Fax 202-456-2461
II. Click here to sign up for information updates on Rail to Dulles.
LETTERS
January 16, 2008 – Letter from the Virginia Congressional Delegation to FTA Administrator Simpson requesting the FTA continue work and quickly ensure the approval of Rail to Dulles.
January 18, 2008 – Letter from the Virginia State Delegation to FTA Administrator Simpson expressing their bipartisan support for Rail to Dulles
January 22, 2008 – Letter from the Virginia Delegation to FTA Administrator Simpson following up on the previous letter.
January 22, 2008 – Letter from Virginia Attorney General Robert F. McDonnell to Secretary Peters and FTA Administrator Simpson expressing his support for the Rail to Dulles project.
January 24, 2008 – Letter from FTA Administrator Simpson to Governor Kaine listing the challenges the project faces to meeting the FTA criteria.
January 28, 2008 – Letter from FTA Administrator Simpson to Governor Kaine agreeing to the Governor’s request for additional time to consider FTA’s concerns.
January 28, 2008 – Letter from Chairman Connolly to FTA Administrator Simpson reaffirming the Fairfax Board of Supervisors’ support of Rail to Dulles
January 30, 2008 – Letter from Representative Frank Wolf (R – 10th) to Secretary Peters thanking her for pausing the decision making process.
January 31, 2008 – Letter from Michael Knapp, Chairman Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, to Secretary of Transportation Peters and FTA Administrator Simpson.
February 1, 2008 – Press release concerning Mr. Catoe’s letter to the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority.
**February 1, 2008 – Letter from Governor Kaine to Secretary of Transportation Peters
February 1, 2008 – Letter from MWAA President and CEO James Bennett to FTA Administrator Simpson address the Administrator’s pervious letter.
February 27, 2008 – Letter from the Maryland and DC Congressional Delegation Secretary of Transportation Peters and FTA Administrator Simpson calling for rail to Dulles.
FACT SHEETS
Rail to Dulles Project is NOT a Sole Source Contract
Bus Rapid Transit and the Dulles Corridor
PRESS RELEASES
February 4, 2008 – Statement by William W. Millar, President of the American Public Transportation Associate, Regarding President Bush’s Proposed FY 2009 DOT Budget.
February 5, 2008 – Loudoun County Board of Supervisors Adopts Resolution in Support of Metrorail to Dulles
ADVERTISEMENTS
The Dulles Metrorail has never had so much support
The Washington Post; The Examiner, January 16, 2008
Open letter to President Bush
The Washington Post, January 29, 2008
ARTICLES
Federal Qualms Leave Dulles Rail at Risk
The Washington Post, January 17, 2008
This was one of the first articles alluding to the fact that Dulles Rail could be at risk
She Brakes for Ideology
The Washington Post, January 21, 2008
This editorial looks at Secretary of Transportation Peters’ ideology and objectives in making transportation policy decisions
Fate of Dulles Metro Line to Be Discussed Today
The Washington Post, January 24, 2008
Article discusses the upcoming meeting between the Virginia delegation, Secretary Peters, and FTA Administrator Simpson
Dulles Rail Project All but Dead
The Washington Post, January 25, 2008
This article describes the meeting on the 24th between the Virginia delegation, Secretary Peters, and FTA Administrator Simpson
Dulles Derailed, The Feds have a lot of explaining to do
The Washington Post, January 25, 2008
This is the editorial that strongly questions the actions of the FTA and ponders exactly why the project has yet to be approved
Officials still hopeful for Rail to Dulles
The Washington Times, January 26, 2008
Article gets reactions from local leaders on FTA’s inaction on the project
Contradictions Surface in Dulles Rail Talks
The Washington Post, January 26, 2008
Provides more analysis of the communication failure regarding Dulles Rail
Dulles Rail Death Knell
The Washington Post, January 27, 2008
Article looks at what the region will lose if it is unable to attain Metrorail to Dulles
They Played Us
Doug Koelemay, January 28, 2008
Editorial criticizes Secretary Peters and the FTA for their handling of Rail to Dulles
Virginia Gains Time to Save US Funding for Dulles Rail
The Washington Post, January 29, 2008
Article looks at the new developments in the Rail to Dulles issue, specifically the “cool-off” period before the final decision is made
Save Dulles Rail
The Connection, January 30, 2008
This article stresses that the Washington Metropolitan Airports Authority is the right entity to focus on the project.
Vital Dulles Rail Jumps the Tracks
Virginia Pilot, January 30, 2008
Article looks at the possible economic repercussions if the project is not approved
Governor at Center of Two Transit Disputes
The Washington Times, January 31, 2008
This article looks at the disagreement over past discussions on the issue.
Back from the Dead? Officials Should Get Cracking to Revive Dulles Rail
The Washington Post, January 31, 2008
Editorial urges officials to take whatever action necessary to make the project succeed.
Businesses back rail to Dulles
The Washington Times, February 2, 2008
Article discusses the support of regional business for Rail to Dulles
Transportation Disputes: 300+ Days and Holding
Neil Peirce, Washington Post Writers Group, February 3, 2008
This article examines the political ideology underlying the decisions made by the FTA and Department of Transportation.
Business Case for Dulles
Washington Post, February 4, 2008
Article argues that common sense dictates that this project should be approved.
It's Not a Question of If, but When: Dulles Rail Must Be Built. And Metro Can Run It.
The Washington Post, February 3, 2008
Article written by John Catoe, General Manager of WMATA, arguing in favor of Dulles Rail
Bush seeks to replenish highway funds with mass transit account
E&E Daily, February 5, 2008
Article analyzes President Bush’s Department of Transportation Budget.
Business Community Gets Onboard to Revive Dulles Rail Plan
The Washington Post, February 6, 2008
Article demonstrates the business community support for Rail to Dulles.
DOT Secretary Mary Peters Pushes Big Shift for Roads, Transit
Engineering News Record, February 6, 2008
Article examines the engineering record of Secretary Peters.
Far Beyond a Train to the Plane
The Washington Post, February 10, 2008
Article written by Jim Dinegar, President and CEO, Greater Washington Board of Trade, arguing in favor of Rail to Dulles.
Transit officials fret over Dulles Rail Plan
The Free-Lance Star, February 10, 2008
Article looks at the current status of the Dulles rail plan.
Derailing Economic Growth
The Washington Post, February 13, 2008
Article discusses the economic fallout if Rail to Dulles falls through.
Fitch Affirms Metro Washington Airports (District of Columbia) at ‘AA’
The Earth Times, February 29, 2008
Article reports that Fitch Ratings has given the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority an ‘AA’ bond rating.
Taking the Bus is Not an Option
The Washington Post, March 2, 2008
This article by Paul Weyrich argues that the Bush Administration should approve rail to Dulles
