Approval of Railroad 'Quiet Zone' Study and Union Pacific Reimbursement

Original title: AUTHORIZE CONTRACT WITH MICHAEL BAKER INTERNATIONAL FOR PREPARATION OF A RAILROAD CROSSING "QUIET ZONE" STUDY AND DEPOSITS FOR REIMBURSEMENT OF SERVICE TO UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD

Record date · January 18, 2017

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What This Bill Does

The City Council is considering a contract with Michael Baker International to conduct a study on establishing a railroad '' and authorizing payments to Union Pacific Railroad for related services.

Why it matters

This action initiates the formal process to potentially reduce train horn noise at local crossings, which requires city funding for engineering studies and reimbursement of railroad company service costs.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

Residents living near railroad crossings

These residents may experience changes in train horn noise levels if the quiet zone is successfully implemented.

Directly affected

Union Pacific Railroad

The company will receive reimbursement deposits from the city for services related to the quiet zone project.

Directly affected

Michael Baker International

The firm is contracted by the city to perform the technical study required for the project.

Key Facts

The City Council is authorizing a contract with Michael Baker International.
The contract is for the preparation of a railroad crossing 'quiet zone' study.
The city will provide deposits to Union Pacific Railroad for reimbursement of services.
The file identifier for this legislative action is 17-002.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a 'quiet zone'?

A is a section of railroad track where train crews are not required to sound their horns at public crossings, provided specific safety improvements are installed.

Why is the city paying Union Pacific Railroad?

The city is providing deposits to reimburse the railroad for services rendered in connection with the study and implementation process.

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Infrastructure Noise Mitigation

The city is actively pursuing federal/state quiet zone standards, which indicates a shift toward prioritizing noise mitigation in residential areas near rail lines.

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