Cornwall city council has invited Via Rail representatives to address the council regarding a pilot project that was put on hold due to backlash.
The council agreed to proceed with advocacy against potential Via Rail cuts and operational changes, and a resolution was supported on October 14 to invite a Via Rail representative to address the council.
Mayor Justin Towndale will initiate a meeting with the president and CEO of Via Rail, which will be the second meeting in seven years.
"You would have been better off talking to a wall,"
said Claude McIntosh, recalling the last meeting, where Via Rail showed no interest in their concerns.
Cornwall council joins a growing list of municipalities seeking to discuss service levels with Via Rail.
Author's summary: Cornwall council invites Via Rail to discuss service cuts.