The study was
initiated to respond to resident concern over increasing train
traffic volume, train horn noise, safety and other quality of life
issues. Phase I involved data collection, research and evaluation
work, and has produced a report which outlines the criteria
necessary in order to meet the Federal Railroad Administration’s
requirements for the establishment of a Quiet Zone. The
report also recommended supplemental safety measures such a
4-quadrant gates or median barriers for each grade crossing, which
would need to be put in place in order to create the Quiet Zone.
