Ohio crossing improvements approved

Written by jrood

The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio approved an agreement between PUCO, Wheeling & Lake Erie Railway Company and the City of Twinsburg authorizing W&LE to install flashing lights and gates at two grade crossings in Summit County. W&LE will install the upgrades at the Cannon Road and Glenwood Drive grade crossings, located in Twinsburg, Summit County. W&LE must submit site plans and cost estimates for the projects to the PUCO by May 24, 2011. Funding for the upgrades will be shared among the PUCO, the City of Twinsburg and W&LE. The railroad will be responsible for completing construction of the upgrades by Feb. 23, 2012. To increase public safety during the construction of the projects, the PUCO will assist the local government with the cost of improvements such as rumble strips, illumination, improved signage or other safety enhancements at the project locations. Funding for the improvement will come from the State Grade Crossing Safety Fund, and will not exceed $5,000.

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