12/9/2011
THE TRACK RECORD: Rail News & Notes from the ORDC
 
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RAIL NEWS & NOTES FROM THE ORDC
 
 
ORDC Seeking Feedback On Panhandle Line Long-Term Lease
 
(Ohio) V&M Star to Advance $2-Million to Youngstown for Rail Lines
  
Charlotte, North Carolina Explores “Freight-Oriented Development”
 
CSX Eases Website Access for the Disabled
 
Developers Reviving Closed Auto Plants
(Editor’s Note: given how many of these former auto plants were heavily rail-served, it’s worth keeping an eye on this trend to see where rail may still play a role.)
 
Shipping & Logistics:
The Big New U.S. Export: Gasoline
 
Freight Index Falls 2.2%
 
AAR: US Freight Traffic Gains Again
 
Rail & Labor:
Railroads, Unions Reach Tentative Accord
 
2012 To See Railroad Jobs Flourish
 
 
Legislation & Policy:
“Buy America” Proposed For Transportation Infrastructure Projects
 
U.S. House Coalition Urges Support for 6-Year Transportation Bill
 
Rail History & Etc.:
Latest Photos Show Progress at Age of Steam Roundhouse
 
(Photo) Ohio Railroad Gets Into The Holiday Spirit
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