The effort to revive passenger rail service along the Hudson River’s west shore took a significant step forward this week as the Rockland County Legislature officially adopted the All Aboard Hudson Valley West Shore Passenger Rail Feasibility Study Resolution.

The resolution calls for an updated, comprehensive study examining the potential restoration of passenger rail service west of the Hudson River—an initiative aimed at addressing long-standing transportation gaps, easing congestion, and improving regional connectivity across Rockland County and neighboring areas. The measure was sponsored and supported by Legislature Chair Jay Hood Jr. along with members of the county legislature.

Advocates say the adoption marks an important milestone in advancing modern, forward-looking transportation solutions. The resolution is now scheduled to move to the Orange County Legislature for consideration on Thursday.

Momentum has also been building at the municipal level. The Village of Haverstraw unanimously adopted the same West Shore Passenger Rail Feasibility Study Resolution during its February board meeting, becoming the first municipality in Rockland County—and the second overall, following the Town of Cornwall—to do so.

According to advocates, the resolution urges a fresh look at bringing passenger rail back to the west shore line, with the goal of unlocking new connectivity and economic growth for the region. Supporters thanked Mayor Mike Kohut and the Village Board trustees for what they described as leadership and vision in advancing the initiative.

The effort has been championed by All Aboard Hudson Valley, led by founder and director Daniel DeFalco, with support from Jon Ross of Rocklanders for Alternatives to Driving. Advocates credited Ross with helping connect the coalition to village officials and raise awareness of the study.

DeFalco said the coalition backing the proposal continues to grow rapidly, with additional announcements expected in the coming days. “This is another big step forward,” he said, adding that supporters are encouraged by the progress and optimistic about the next phases of the initiative.

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