The Ohio Senate OKs a passenger rail plan, writes the Associated Press, that would link three major Ohio cities by train. The state is looking for "$250 million in federal stimulus money to build passenger rail between Cleveland, Columbus and Cincinnati." Republicans, who are waffling on the plan, say the issue is the estimated $10 million yearly operating cost is something that Ohioans can’t spend right now. The plan, which would link other cities like Dayton and Springfield, is supported by Environmental groups (surprise!) as well as five different professional sports teams, one of which is the Cincinnati Bengals.
This plan was brought to life after President Obama’s stimulus plan included $8 billion into trains in the country.
“They’re growing jobs, stimulating new investment, and saving travelers millions on travel expenses,” said Jack Shaner, deputy director of the Ohio Environmental Council. “But in Ohio, we’re missing out on those benefits.”
There are times I can drive between Dayton and downtown Cincinnati in a day or two, and the cost of gas for blue collar workers has been suffocating and paralyzing. While the price of gas hasn’t been an issue, there’s no telling how much the costs will increase over the summer. This will help people. Most people. From all classes.
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