LIMA, OH (WLIO) - The City of Lima is inviting the public to join them for an update on the possibility of passenger rail returning to the region.
They have announced the "Lima Whistle Stop" next Monday. It will be a meeting with the "All Aboard Ohio" to present the findings from their study of the economic impact of passenger rail in Ohio. Also, the progress with the federal railroad administration process regarding the announced planning grants for proposed corridors in Ohio that include a stop in Lima will be discussed. City officials encourage residents to attend to find out the most recent information about the process.
"We're really hoping that we can get folks to show. Those who have an interest in rail, those who support rail, so that we can continue to show our passion for redeveloping the line and what it could mean to the community economically moving forward," said Shane Coleman, Lima Chief of Staff.
The Whistle Stop meeting will be Monday, March 11, 2024, at 1 p.m. at the City Club, 7 Town Square in downtown Lima. The event is free and the public is encouraged to attend but are asked to register at the City of Lima's website at https://www.limaohio.gov/ as there is only space for just under 200 people.
