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Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Va. Officials Call for Light Rail Safety Improvements
Associated Press
NORFOLK, Va.--Virginia transportation officials want about $7 million in safety improvements added to Norfolk's light rail.
The state Department of Rail and Public Transportation says the system now under construction is safe and meets federal standards. But a draft agency report recommends changes to improve how well the system will operate and respond to emergencies.
It has not been decided how the improvements would be funded, if agreed upon by Hampton Roads Transit and the city.
Norfolk is contractually obligated to cover cost overruns in the project.
Mayor Paul Fraim said he wants the state's recommendations to be included in the project but wants the state to share in the costs.
