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    1. “ We think if we can do that, and we treat it as a commuter service, we have the potential for that period to have an added incentive for people to think about that option. And then if we can deliver, those are the kinds of rail patrons you keep. ”
      In Rail service dream needs to become reality in time for Interstate 91 viaduct construction
    2. “ The plan now is to send the equipment out of state. ”
      In Plans are in the works to add local commuter runs on Amtrak passenger train line
    3. “ We know we won't get all of it funded. ”
      In Massachusetts $12.7 billion transportation bond bill includes funding for PVTA garage, Interstate 91, commuter rail
    4. “ You need to get faster than 70 miles an hour to be competitive with the passenger automobile. ”
      In Fast trains to Boston, New Haven, Montreal subject of Springfield meeting | masslive.com
    5. “ Connecting our region with Boston has been a long-standing conversation. ”
      In Talk of high-speed rail between Springfield and Boston heats up; meeting next
    6. “ We constantly compare ourselves to Boston, and that means every bit of growth we have looks lukewarm instead of red hot. ”
      In Pioneer Valley Planning Commission paints positive, yet fragile, picture of the local economy
    7. “ We see it every day. We seek federal grants for transportation, recreation, water, soil and air quality. ”
      In Pioneer Valley Planning Commission paints positive, yet fragile, picture of the local economy
    8. “ People don't realize there are private companies making investments and adding jobs. ”
      In Pioneer Valley Planning Commission paints positive, yet fragile, picture of the local economy
    9. “ Given this, we'd be grateful if you as well as other local officials and staff in your community would plan to attend this initial kickoff meeting. ”
      In Mohegan Sun representatives agree to meet with municipal officials on potential Palmer casino impact, Pioneer Valley Planning Commission says
    10. “ We have had meetings with MDOT to discuss our project and the I-91 plans and plan to meet with them again soon. ”
      In $400 million overhaul of Interstate 91 hovers over planned casinos in Springfield, West Springfield

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    2. Federal study outlines proposed $1.2 billion expansion of passenger rail in Northeast with...

      Explore masslive.com (Jul 20 2016) Transportation

      Federal study outlines proposed $1.2 billion expansion of passenger rail in Northeast with... ...ding. "It is eminently doable," Neal said. "This is an opportunity not likely to come again. We can do this." Timothy Brennan, executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, said the project cost is offset... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Palmer   Springfield

    3. Region States Its Case for Expanded Rail

      Explore BusinessWest (Feb 23 2016) Transportation

      Region States Its Case for Expanded Rail ... while the train has in many ways energized his city, the current service is certainly limited in its impact. Tim Brennan, executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, and perhaps the greatest champion o... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Domenic J. Sarno   Smith College   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission

    4. As Springfield's Union Station renovation progresses, Pioneer Valley cities, towns call for more train service | masslive.com

      Explore masslive.com (Jan 21 2016) Transportation

      As Springfield's Union Station renovation progresses, Pioneer Valley cities, towns call for more train service | masslive.com ...r both intercity buses run by PVTA and intercity bus service by Peter Pan Bus Lines and others, Moskal said. Timothy W. Brennan, executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, said state and federal gover... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Springfield   Northampton

    5. Holyoke official Marcos Marrero named to Gov. Charlie Baker's economic development council

      Explore masslive.com (Oct 9 2015)

      Holyoke official Marcos Marrero named to Gov. Charlie Baker's economic development council ...ctor, Kayem Foods Inc. Devin Cole, Director of Development, Workbar James Fiorentini, Mayor, City of Haverill Tim Brennan, Executive Director, Pioneer Valley Planning Commission Colin Angle, Chairman of the Board, CEO an... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   University of Massachusetts   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Springfield Technical Community College

    6. Decade Declarations | BusinessWest

      Explore BusinessWest (May 7 2015)

      Decade Declarations | BusinessWest The key opportunities, meanwhile, involve leveraging new connections that significantly enhance the regions economic competitiveness a reference to everything from enhanced rail service to broadband networks; leading the Commonwealths clean-energy transformation while moving the region toward a balanced and diversified energy portfolio; and harnessing the economic-development potential of the New England Knowledge Corridor. Thats something Brennan says both Western Mass. and Northern Conn. have essentially failed to do since the ... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Timothy W. Brennan

    7. Plan For Progress 2015: Pioneer Valley's future tied to talent, infrastructure and collaboration

      Explore masslive.com (May 4 2015)

      Plan For Progress 2015: Pioneer Valley's future tied to talent, infrastructure and collaboration ...lished on tracks along the Connecticut River, it was a sign of progress for the Pioneer Valley. SPRINGFIELD - Timothy W. Brennan, executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, said he was in downtown Nort... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Amtrak   Baystate Health

    8. Connecticut puts Springfield-New Haven commuter rail service out to bid | masslive

      Explore masslive.com (Dec 31 2014) Transportation

      Connecticut puts Springfield-New Haven commuter rail service out to bid | masslive ...ording to the Connecticut Department of Transportation. "This is definitely good news for Springfield," said Timothy W. Brennan, executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. Connecticut first started t... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Amtrak   Springfield

    9. Knowledge Corridor Special: Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick, others christen Amtrak rails

      Explore masslive.com (Dec 22 2014) Transportation

      Knowledge Corridor Special: Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick, others christen Amtrak rails ... Vermont spent $53 million in state and federal money rehabbing the tracks in the Green Mountain State, said Timothy Brennan, executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission. Connecticut is spending $450 m... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Governor Deval L. Patrick   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Palmer

    10. Pioneer Valley, Springfield, business leaders push education, access, marketing in Plan for Progress update | masslive

      Explore masslive.com (Sep 11 2014)

      Pioneer Valley, Springfield, business leaders push education, access, marketing in Plan for Progress update | masslive ...tive Bank. The Planning Commission already hosted a meeting last week focusing on infrastructure needs, said Timothy Brennan, the executive director. A later this month focuses on collaborative engagement. A draft plan ... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Springfield   Chicopee

    11. Transit Transformation | BusinessWest

      Explore BusinessWest (Jul 2 2014) Transportation

      Transit Transformation | BusinessWest ...Timothy Brennan calls the return of passenger rail service to the Pioneer Valley a new frontier. Thats a phrase that has been used in other cities across the nation where revitalization has occurred as a result... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Timothy W. Brennan

    12. Rail service dream needs to become reality in time for Interstate 91 viaduct construction

      Explore masslive.com (Jun 27 2014) Transportation

      Rail service dream needs to become reality in time for Interstate 91 viaduct construction ...ailable from a Massachusetts transportation bond passed in April by the state Legislature to buy the trains. Timothy Brennan, executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, has floated a proposal to use t... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Governor Deval L. Patrick   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Palmer

    13. Knowledge Corridor: Educated workers an asset now, but shortage looms | masslive

      Explore masslive.com (Jun 16 2014)

      Knowledge Corridor: Educated workers an asset now, but shortage looms | masslive ...e than 215,000 students, the region has long counted an educated population as an competitive advantage, said Timothy Brennan, executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission in Springfield and a leader of t... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   MassMutual   Springfield

    14. Plans are in the works to add local commuter runs on Amtrak passenger train line

      Explore masslive.com (May 22 2014) Transportation

      Plans are in the works to add local commuter runs on Amtrak passenger train line ...egion only twice a day, once going north and once going south, planners are hoping to add several local runs. Timothy W. Brennan, the executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, said supporters of the e... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Governor Deval L. Patrick   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Amtrak

    15. Massachusetts $12.7 billion transportation bond bill includes funding for PVTA garage, Interstate 91, commuter rail

      Explore masslive.com (Apr 18 2014) Transportation

      Massachusetts $12.7 billion transportation bond bill includes funding for PVTA garage, Interstate 91, commuter rail ..., rail and recreational walk and bike trail projects for Hampden and Hampshire counties over five years, said Timothy W. Brennan, executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, the region's transportation ... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Governor Deval L. Patrick   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   West Springfield

    16. Pioneer Valley focuses on filling skills gap says Tim Brennan

      Explore masslive.com (Feb 8 2014) Manufacturing

      Pioneer Valley focuses on filling skills gap says Tim Brennan ...ng and old, can continue to find challenging, rewarding careers and by so doing allow our region to prosper. Timothy Brennan is executive director of the Pioneer Valley Planning Commission in Springfield; to learn more ... (Read Full Article)

      Mentions:   Holyoke Community College   Pioneer Valley Planning Commission   Springfield Technical Community College

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