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

January 25, 2017

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The Frame

What this does

This action initiates the formal process to potentially reduce train horn noise at local crossings, involving city expenditures for professional consulting and railroad coordination.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Residents living near railroad crossings

These residents may experience changes in train horn noise levels depending on the outcome of the study and subsequent implementation.

Michael Baker International

The firm is contracted to perform professional services for the city.

Union Pacific Railroad

The railroad is involved in the study process and receives reimbursement for its services.

What changed

Last recorded activity January 25, 2017.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

The City Council has authorized a contract with Michael Baker International to conduct a study on establishing a railroad '' and approved funds to reimburse Union Pacific Railroad for related services.

Why It Matters

This action initiates the formal process to potentially reduce train horn noise at local crossings, involving city expenditures for professional consulting and railroad coordination.

Key Facts

The City Council authorized a contract with Michael Baker International for a railroad quiet zone study.
The City Council authorized deposits for the reimbursement of services provided by Union Pacific Railroad.
The legislative file number for this action is 17-037.
The item was introduced on January 19, 2017.
The status of the file is recorded as Passed.

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 implemented.

Why is the city paying Union Pacific?

The city is providing deposits to reimburse the railroad for the administrative and technical services they must perform to facilitate the study.

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Discoveries

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Infrastructure Noise Mitigation

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

Union Pacific Railroad