Approve $145,083 agreement with BNSF Railway to create quiet zone on Ohio Avenue
$145,083
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In Plain English
Trains currently blow horns when crossing Ohio Avenue as required by federal safety rules. The city will pay BNSF Railway to install special warning equipment that meets safety standards without requiring horn blowing. If approved, trains stop honking through this area while maintaining crossing safety.
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