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Springfield’s Rail Corridor Future | Springfield News
Springfield’s long-stalled 19th Street rail corridor project is finally getting traction, with a new open house revealing potential futures for the tracks—from underpasses and upgraded crossings to turning them into trails. But community voices, like activist Teresa Haley, are skeptical, recalling broken promises and demanding real solutions like a safety-focused park trail. With Canadian National still owning the line and train traffic set to drop sharply by 2027, funding and cooperation remain major hurdles. The city aims to balance business needs and public access, hoping to link any…
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