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Metro COG outlines regional rail‑crossing needs and long‑term options for Cass County

Cass County Board of Commissioners · November 18, 2025
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Summary

Metro COG presented a multi‑jurisdiction rail crossings study identifying 15 locations, funded in part by BNSF’s local match and performed by HDR; presenters emphasized the study is high‑level and long‑term, with no action requested from the board.

Metro COG officials presented a regional rail‑crossings needs study to the Cass County Board of Commissioners, summarizing identified locations, public engagement and preferred alternatives while advising the board that no formal action was required.

Ben Griffin, Metro COG director, said BNSF approached local jurisdictions about the need for a comprehensive study and agreed to provide the local match. He introduced HDR as the consultant…

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