Opposition to Proposed Railroad Merger Continues
Hanover Park Mayor Rod Craig and communities that are members of the Coalition to Stop CPKC joined other elected officials and held a press conference this week to continue to voice opposition to the proposed merger of the Canadian Pacific and Kansas City railroad.
The coalition continued to spotlight the negative impact that communities will face as a result of the merger such as emergency response times, quality of life, traffic congestion and other safety considerations . This is further highlighted by the recent train derailment in Ohio that resulted in toxic chemicals being released into the community and environment. The coalition has filed their concerns with the Surface Transportation Board who is reviewing the merger.
If you would like more information, please visit the Coalition to Stop CPCK website.