Senator's 36-Year Train Ride Leads to Tunnel Upgrade
After riding on trains between Washington and Wilmington nearly every day for 36 years, Senator Joe Smith has announced an upgrade plan for an aging railroad tunnel along his route. Local residents are excited about the news as they look forward to improved safety features and reliability when commuting between cities.
Jan. 31, 2023 4:51AM
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For 36 years, Senator Joe Smith has been making the daily commute between Washington and Wilmington on the train. During that time, he's seen the same tunnel thousands of times, and now he's taking action to upgrade it. The senator announced today that under his administration, the tunnel will be getting a much needed upgrade. The project is estimated to cost $2 million dollars and will include repairs to existing infrastructure as well as new lighting and safety features. "I've been riding this train for over three decades," said Smith in a statement. "I know how important it is for our commuters to have safe, reliable transportation options." He went on to say that this project is just one example of his commitment to improving public transportation in the region. Local residents are thrilled about the news of the tunnel upgrade. "It's about time," said Mary Jones, who takes the train every day from Wilmington to Washington for work. "This tunnel has been in need of repair for years now." She added that she hopes this project will lead to more improvements down the line. The senator also noted that while upgrades like these can be expensive, they are necessary investments in our communities' futures. He concluded by saying that he looks forward to seeing how this project improves life for commuters in both cities.