Dubuque Asking For Input On Trains

The City of Dubuque is asking for the public’s input on the impact of train noise in an attempt to measure interest in potential railroad quiet zones. Due to a recent merger between Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern Railways, train traffic is expected to grow from between 6-9 trains per day, to as many as 18 trains per day by 2027. A railroad quiet zone is a federal designation for a single crossing or series of crossings where train operators are restricted from sounding their horns or whistles, except in emergencies or specific situations outlined by local regulations.  The city is asking for residents to participate in a short survey. The survey will be open until 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15 and a link to the survey can be found on the City of Dubuque’s website.