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Council hears progress on Reed Avenue rail project, FRA coordination and quiet‑zone proposal
Summary
Officials said the Reed Avenue railroad project is approaching 60% design, FRA coordination is ongoing, appraisals and right‑of‑way payments are being worked through, and staff are exploring a quiet‑zone solution to reduce train whistles for nearby residents.
Staff updated the council on coordination with railroad representatives and consultants: meetings have taken place to align FRA review, and staff reported the project is approaching 60% design while appraisals and right‑of‑way negotiations continue. "I think we're getting close to that 60% design," staff said during the Reed Avenue briefing.
Councilors discussed neighborhood impacts and a potential 'quiet zone' to limit nighttime train whistle noise; staff estimated design and implementation could cost on the order of $125,000–$150,000 and said railroad partners (and FRA) were supportive. The council asked staff to continue negotiating contracts and appraisals and to evaluate quiet‑zone designs for inclusion in upcoming budgets. No formal vote was taken at the meeting.
