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File #: G20-1437   
Type: Discussion Item Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 1/23/2020 In control: City Council
On agenda: 2/18/2020 Final action:
Title: Discussion on BNSF Emporia Subdivision (West Tracks) Grade Separation Options
Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger, Beth Wright
Attachments: 1. A. PowerPoint Presentation

Department: Public Works

Staff Contact: Mary Jaeger / Beth Wright

Subject: This presentation provides Council with information on various options to grade separate railroad crossings on the west side of town.

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Item Description:

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Discussion on BNSF Emporia Subdivision (West Tracks) Grade Separation Options..

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Summary:

In 2004, TranSystems prepared a concept to elevate the railroad tracks on the west side of Olathe.  In 2019, the City of Olathe worked with TranSystems to reexamine their concept and to look at other alternatives. 

 

This presentation will provide information on 14 alternatives that were examined.  These alternatives range from raising the entire railroad through west Olathe to options that separate individual crossings. 

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Financial Impact:

None.

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Action Needed:

After the presentation, Council will be asked to conduct a dot poll to help staff identify options to further examine for the upcoming Capital Improvement Plan process.

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Attachment(s):

A.                      PowerPoint Presentation