Title
Incorporated County of Los Alamos Resolution No.18-07. A Resolution Supporting Continued Service by the New Mexico Rail Runner Express
Recommended Action
I move that Council adopt Incorporated County of Los Alamos Resolution No. 18-07, a Resolution Supporting Continued Service by the New Mexico Rail Runner Express
County Manager's Recommendation
The County Manager recommends that Council adopt Incorporated County of Los Alamos Resolution No. 18-07.
Body
The North Central Regional Transit District (NCRTD) has requested that each of its members consider the attached resolution in support of an extension of time for the installation of positive train control measures by the NM Rail Runner Express (NMRX). NMRX is a component of the overall multi-modal transit system serving Northern New Mexico, and as such it is an issue of concern for NCRTD. At present, it is understood that if such an extension is not granted, the Rail Runner services will be discontinued at the end of this calendar year until such time as the controls can be purchased and installed. The issue of concern for NMRX is one of funding, and they are currently pursuing financing mechanisms to address the required control systems, however it is anticipated that such financing and subsequent procurement will not occur within the currently mandated time frames.
Alternatives
Council could choose to not approve this resolution, in which case the County would not be viewed in support of this issue.
Fiscal and Staff Impact/Unplanned Item
There is no anticipated fiscal or staff impact associated with the approval of this resolution.
Attachments
A - Resolution No. 18-07 Support Rail Runner Express
B - Publication Notice for Resolution No. 18-07