Patrick Mcilheran Magic Costs More Than Mere Rides
The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel › December 17, 2008
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Backers of commuter trains down the south shore start off with a measured tone, but they soon get to the chorus of dreams.
To some, rail transit isn't just about commutes. It's about transforming us, drawing smart young people to work downtown and cocoon in new industrial-chic lofts in Racine. Without trains, we're not just immobile; we're Dullsville. With them, we could be Manhattan. Can you put a value on that?See the full content of this document
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Patrick Mcilheran Magic Costs More Than Mere Rides
Well, you can put a price. It's fairly high, according to transit backers' data and Tom Rubin's merciless accountancy.
Rubin, who used to be the chief financial officer for a transit agency in Los Angeles, was almost hired by trai...See the full content of this document
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