HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2008-21 Communter Rail ProjectRESOLUTION NUMBER 2008-21
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA, IN
SUPPORT OF THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE
CENTRAL FLORIDA COMMUTER RAIL
PROJECT; AND PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, the Central Florida rail project is a critical component of our region's future
transportation system; and
WHEREAS, Commuter Rail is the first component of a larger, regional transit structure
with stakeholders at the County, Regional, State and Federal levels; and
WHEREAS, the projected economic impact of Commuter Rail over a 20 year period will
result in a projected $2.90 in benefits for every $1.00 invested in statewide rail initiatives and,
over a 30 year period, the return on investment increases to more than a projected $3.50; and
WHEREAS, the research indicates that rail consumes less fuel and produces fewer
emissions per ton-mile than freight trucks; and
WHEREAS, we believe that initially it provides an eco-friendly transportation system
that will move as many commuters as one lane of I-4 during peak drive times; and
WHEREAS, research shows rail shipments cost on average 42% less than truck
shipments, thus rail freight is a key component to keeping business and consumer costs down;
and
WHEREAS, if commuter rail is delayed, over $300 million in Federal funding could be
lost with no immediate opportunity to recapture; and
WHEREAS, the Florida Department of Transportation has made a commitment to
Commuter Rail, as have stakeholders in the Federal Government, Seminole, Orange, Osceola
and Volusia Counties and the City of Orlando; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA:
As a community that values regional issues that impact the Greater Seminole County
region's business environment, regional economic growth, and the quality of life in Seminole
County and the State of Florida; the CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS recommends support for
legislation that will advance the success of the Central Florida Commuter Rail Project.
ADOPTED by the City Commission of the City of Winter Springs, Florida, in a
Regular Meeting assembled on the 24th day of March, 2008.
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Approved as to legal form and sufficiency for
the City of Winter Springs, Florida only:
Anthony A. Garganese, City Attorney
City of Winter Springs, Florida
Resolution Number 2008-21
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