Officials estimate Rock Island commuter rail will take 7–10 years; informational hearing completed

Apr 9, 2026

A board member said Illinois has secured funding for the Rock Island commuter passenger rail and that officials estimate construction and implementation could take about 7 to 10 years following required processes and filings.

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A board member briefed supervisors on recent transportation-related meetings, including an informational hearing for CIPCO and the kickoff for the Rock Island commuter passenger rail committee. The board was told Illinois has secured funding and that project planners estimate a 7–10 year timeline for completion.

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