Written by: Ben Vient, Managing Editor The National Association of Railroad Passengers added its support to growing political pressure to speed-up New York's Hudson River rail project, in fear of a "transportation meltdown." The two 106-year old tunnels, facing flood repair work after Hurricane Sandy, are scheduled to be augmented by two new tunnels connecting New York and New Jersey: the $20 billion Gateway Project. But as the Gateway Project wouldn't be finished before 2030, and is dependent on funding, fears are mounting how rail travel could be dramatically affected if the current tunnels should be further damaged beforehand. Read NARP's letter HERE. Continue reading...
