"Established in 1993, the purpose of the Organization is to assist in the preservation and restoration of the railroad corridor between Montalvo and Saugus, CA, so as to maximize the economic, educational and recreational value of this unique historic asset to the residents of the Santa Clara River Valley and the surrounding area.

To this end, it is the intent of this Organization to acquire, preserve, restore, exhibit and operate historic railroad equipment, and acquire, preserve, display and make available for study artifacts, information and photographs pertaining to railroad equipment, structures and operations in the Southern California Region."