HomeMy WebLinkAbout2638 Resolution RESOLUTION NO. 2638
A RESOLUTION urging the state legislature to authorize and
approve funding for a detailed study of east-west passenger train
service in Eastern Washington, including service to Pasco.
WHEREAS, In 1999 the state legislature authorized a detailed study of
east-west passenger train service in Eastern Washington, including service to
Pasco; and
WHEREAS, the legislature provided $1,500,000 for the study, but post I-
695, most of the funding was eliminated; and
WHEREAS, The 2000 legislature approved $150,000 for a scaled-back
version of the study; and
WHEREAS, scaled-back version of the study was completed in 2001,
finding that east-west rail service is feasible, but needs to be further evaluated
in a comprehensive study; NOW, THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PASCO, WASHINGTON, DO
RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. That the Pasco City Council hereby urges the 2002 state
legislature to authorize and approve funding for a detailed study of east-west
passenger train service in Eastern Washington, including service to Pasco.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Pasco this 22" day of January,
2002.
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Michael L. Garrison, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Webster U. Jack on, City Clerk Le and A3. Kerr, City Attorney