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City staff update council on railroad crossing closures; recommends concrete crossings despite higher material cost
Summary
Staff reported that the Colorado PUC finalized orders to abolish two railroad crossings and that the railroad will supply labor for crossing upgrades; staff recommended purchasing concrete crossing materials (more expensive up-front) for longer life and easier maintenance.
City staff updated Monte Vista City Council on progress toward closing two railroad crossings (Faraday and Franklin) and on negotiated upgrades at other crossings, and recommended purchasing concrete crossing materials despite the higher cost.
The city’s presentation summarized recent steps: the Colorado Public Utilities Commission issued final statements on Sept. 26, 2024 approving the abolishment of the Faraday and Franklin crossings after finding closure was…
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