Community Corner
LETTER: CSX Not Renewing Options on Hanover Properties
Councilwoman Courtney Watson informed constituents of "positive resolution" regarding site under consideration for a train-truck facility.
Dear Neighbor,
On behalf of Senator Ed Kasemeyer, Delegates Malone and Deboy, [County] Executive Ken Ulman, and me, I would like to let you know that we have learned that CSX is prepared to announce that they are not renewing options to purchase property along Race and Hanover roads in Elkridge for an .
This is a positive development for the Elkridge community! It is important to note that final decisions have not been made about where an intermodal facility goes, and there is the strong likelihood that several sites around the region remain in consideration.
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We, along with all of you, support the operations of the Port of Baltimore, and have always understood the need for an intermodal facility. However, all of us remain unified in our belief that Race Road is the wrong place for such a facility.
Let's stay vigilant and work together as the final decisions unfold. Thank you to each and every one of you that have worked along side with us to help bring about a positive resolution.
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Sincerely,
Courtney Watson
Vice Chairperson
District One Representative
Howard County Council
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