Amtrak site plan gets local approval
Don't miss the big stories. Like us on Facebook. BRATTLEBORO â The Development Review Board gave Amtrak its blessing for a new station and other improvements related to improving accessibility. Ellen Pannell, third party coordinator for Amtrakâs ADA Stations Program, told the board the goal of the nationwide program is to âprovide the best service possible to our passengers with mobility needs.â She said the station must meet specific standards outlined by the company and the U.S. Department of Transportation, as well as guidelines from the state related to historic p...