Commission hears operations report after Mother's Day train stalled; refunds issued

May 28, 2025

A Mother's Day steam train stalled on the hill after excessive greasing caused wheel slip; operations staff refunded passengers (approx. $15,250) and reported generally good track inspections and a recently purchased high-rail vehicle.

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Operations staff told the commission that a Mother's Day steam train failed to make the climb after wheel slip caused by over-greased rail; all affected passengers were refunded and staff described steps taken to reduce recurrence.

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