§ 2642-d. Purposes of the authority. 1. The purposes of the authority
shall be the continuance, further development and improvement of
railroad transportation and other services related thereto within the
counties of Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany and Steuben, in accordance
with the provisions of this title. It shall be the further purpose of
the authority to develop and implement a unified railroad transportation
policy and strategy for such counties.

2. It is hereby found and declared that such purposes are in all
respects for the benefit of the people of the state and the authority
shall be regarded as performing an essential governmental function in
carrying out its purposes and in exercising the powers granted by this
title.