City awarded $5M federal grant for Amtrak Station Accessibility Project

The City of Flagstaff has been awarded a Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvement grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration for $4,989,600 for the Amtrak Station Accessibility Project. The project includes reconstruction of the existing north platform and the addition of a new south platform, which will improve passenger accessibility, rail efficiency, and safety. Matching funds in the amount of $1.2M will be provided through a partnership between the City and BNSF Railway. This project will be integrated into City's Downtown Mile Safety and Connectivity suite of projects to provide a wholistic approach to improvements along the rail corridor.

Flagstaff Mayor Becky Daggett said "Flagstaff has been making great strides to improve transportation safety and efficiency throughout town. This grant will help us take a big leap and will greatly enhance rail safety and the overall Amtrak traveler experience."

City of Flagstaff Senior Project Manager Christine Cameron shared that "the City appreciates the continuing partnership with BNSF Railway and the support of the U.S. Department of Transportation in funding these improvements. This grant allows us to improve services and safety along the rail corridor and further benefit how we successfully co-exist with this important feature in our community."

For questions related to the grant, please reach out to Christine Cameron, at [email protected].

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