Unlocking Economic Growth: Megapolitans and Amtrak Network Expansion
Explore the potential for economic growth through expanding the Amtrak national network, bridging the service gap in Kansas City and leveraging the 2.2 million population in the DFW area. Discover how the 6.3 million inhabitants in Virginia Tech’s 2005 Megapolitan regions can influence regional planning. View the 2008 Megapolitan Map and solid lines indicating existing Amtrak routes, alongside dotted lines showcasing potential expansion possibilities. Delve into the areas of influence and delve into the economic growth potential that Megapolitans offer.
Unlocking Economic Growth: Megapolitans and Amtrak Network Expansion
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Presentation Transcript
Amtrak National Network Pop. Kansas City 2.2 Million Service Gap Pop. DFW 6.3 Million
Virginia Tech’s 2005 Megapolitan Geography Megapolitans: our economic growth potential
2008 Megapolitan Map, Regional Planning Asso.Areas of Influence
Solid lines: existing Amtrak routes Dotted lines: potential and possible routes