FRANKFORT, Ky. (WBKO) – The public is invited to give feedback on the current draft of the 2024 Kentucky Statewide Rail Plan.
According to the release, the plan will identify strategies for rail investments that are needed to increase Kentucky’s economic growth, improve quality of life and improve equity of the state’s most vulnerable and impacted communities
“Whether you’re a rail user, a business owner or resident, your input matters to help plan the future of both passenger and freight rail in Kentucky,” said Jeremy Edgeworth, KYTC Freight, Rail and Waterways Coordinator in a release. “Good planning considers not just current needs but also anticipated growth and development, and we look forward to hearing the thoughts of rail enthusiasts throughout Kentucky.”
Two virtual public meeting sessions will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 21, at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. EST, for community members to review the draft plan and for the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) project team to answer questions.
Each session will have a short presentation providing an overview of the draft plan, then the public can ask questions through a virtual portal.
For those who are interested, you can register for the Jan. 21 virtual public meetings up until the meetings start at www.kyrailplan.com, where the draft plan is also available for viewing and comment. Those who need special accommodations can email the project team at info@kyrailplan.com
Public comments and feedback will be accepted for two weeks after the public meetings. Then, the rail plan will be finalized by KYTC and sent to the Federal Railroad Administration for acceptance.
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