Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Governor Kasich appoints Zitter

Governor Kasich has appointed Thomas E. Zitter of Fort Recovery (Mercer Co.) to the Ohio Rail Development Commission. Mr. Zitter is an active member of the Mercer County Republican Party and is a frequent attendee to Darke county events.

The Ohio Rail Development Commission is to develop, promote, and support safe, adequate and efficient rail service for the state of Ohio. Maintain programs of investigation, research, promotion, planning and development for rail service and provide for the participation of private corporations or organizations and the public in the development, construction , operation, and maintenance of rail service. Term is 6 years and is appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. There are 7 commissioners. Tom represents the Public sector. ORDC provides grants, loans and other assistance. It plans promote, and implement the improved movement of goods and people faster and safer on a rail transportation network connecting Ohio to the nation and the world. Its mission is to be accomplished through a coordinated freight and passenger rail system which is an integral part of a seamless, intermodal transportation network contributing to Ohio’s quality of life and economic development.

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