The PCAC, LIRRCC, MNRCC, and NYCTRC have developed a set of goals. These goals were developed through extensive discussions by the Councils and PCAC and will guide the work of these bodies.

PCAC Goals

* Provide a clearinghouse to exchange information on initiatives, problems and solutions

* Provide a forum to review MTA plans and policies and, as appropriate, to present riders' positions to the MTA on system-wide issues

* Evaluate, discuss and take positions on proposed operating, budget, and capital program proposals and priorities, taking into account input from individual councils and the riders they represent

* Evaluate major capital program elements and priorities

* Sponsor and publicize at least one major research project annually

* Pursue efforts to gain legislative support for a voting position on the MTA Board

* Present and review staff summaries of relevant MTA Committee and Board meetings at council meetings

* Assign issues to appropriate standing committees for review and reporting to the PCAC

LIRRCC Goals

* Ensure the safety of LIRR commuters throughout the system

* Motivate the LIRR to communicate better with its customers

* Ensure that funding flowing to the LIRR is spent in the best interests of LIRR commuters

* Motivate the LIRR to be more proactive

* Fill vacant positions on the LIRRCC

* Increase public awareness of the LIRRCC

* Be an active voice for LIRR commuters

* Identify and highlight areas of concern that need greater attention

MNRCC Goals

* Increase the visibility, public awareness and recognition of the MNRCC

* Host one President's forum annually

* Undertake one or two research projects annually

* Work to have vacant MNRCC positions filled

* Be an active voice for all MNR commuters

* Evaluate, discuss and make recommendations to the annual operating and capital budgets to improve service, safety, and increase efficiency without cutting service

* Identify areas of concern and report to Metro North management on an ongoing basis

* Invite MNR management staff to monthly meetings to strengthen our relationship and ensure our exchange of information on projects, initiatives, and problems is communicated and documented

* Continue to evaluate and make recommendations on the proposed merger of the MTA railroads

* Address more "cross border" issues through closer coordination with New Jersey and Connecticut

NYCTRC Goals

* Increase the visibility and public recognition of the NYCTRC

* Undertake several research projects annually

* Remain an outspoken source for the transit rider, guided by input from riders

* Host one bus and one subway forum annually

* Improve the Council's working relationship with New York City Transit and restore regular meetings with President Reuter

* Strengthen public understanding of the mission and functions of the Council and reduce public confusion of the Council with the Straphangers Campaign

* Make better use of media outlets to publicize NYCTRC events

* Continue to recommend ways for New York City Transit to improve service and increase efficiency without cutting service and to effectively communicate them to NYCT