Elko County extends transit contract to serve Amtrak platform‑to‑platform passengers

Sep 17, 2025

Elko County Transit recommended extending its contract to continue platform‑to‑platform Amtrak service; the board approved an amendment that raises the contract from $206,000 to $212,180 for the coming period. Transit staff said the service improves safe crossings and supports local grant‑match requirements.

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Kayla Hopkins of Elko County Transit asked the commission to approve an amendment to the county's contract to provide platform‑to‑platform transport for Amtrak passengers and to extend the agreement under the option included in last year’s contract.

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