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Council approves BNSF agreement for Reid Avenue crossing‑elimination project amid environmental questions

Cheyenne City Council · May 12, 2026
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Summary

Council approved a contract with BNSF Railway to support the Reid Avenue rail crossing elimination project (removing four intersections). A public commenter raised environmental and contamination concerns near the project area; county representatives affirmed committed funding.

The Cheyenne City Council voted to approve a grant application and agreement with BNSF Railway on May 11 to advance the Reid Avenue rail crossing elimination project, which will eliminate four at‑grade intersections along the corridor.

Why it matters: The project is intended to improve circulation, reduce conflict points and support larger corridor investments;…

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