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Commuter-rail partners weigh weekend SunRail expansion; capital and operating costs echoed
Summary
Commissioners discussed the Central Florida Commuter Rail’s analysis of weekend and night SunRail service on Aug. 12; staff said capital lead times for locomotives could be five years and annual operating costs for weekend expansion could approach $25–30 million, prompting calls for additional study and partner coordination.
Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission members and Seminole County commissioners on Aug. 12 discussed what it would take to expand SunRail service to nights and weekends, including service to the airport and attractions. Officials emphasized long lead times for rolling stock and significant operating costs that would require shared funding among partner jurisdictions.
Commissioner Lockhart…
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