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CITY OF RICHLAND HILLS RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS
OPPOSING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF RAILROAD CROSSING QUIET
ZONE AT THE HANDLEY EDERVILLE ROAD GRADE CROSSING; AND
PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, a railroad crossing quiet zone has been proposed for the grade crossing located
at Handley Ederville Road; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that this grade crossing is located near a busy
intersection, and near the Richland Hills THE rail station, which generates a high volume of traffic;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the proximity of the intersection, the rail station, and
Airport Freeway generates numerous distractions for persons approaching the grade crossing,
increasing the possibility of strain-automobile collision; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the sounding of a horn by an approaching train
creates minimal inconvenience given the character of the surrounding neighborhood, and would
reduce the the possibility of strain-automobile collision;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RICHLAND HILLS, TEXAS:
SECTION 1.
DECLARATION OF INTENT
The City Council hereby expresses its opposition to the establishment of a railroad crossing
quiet zone that has been proposed for the grade crossing located at Handley Ederville Road based
upon the findings stated above, and incorporates such findings into this declaration and resolution.
SECTION 2.
AUTHORIZATION OF NECESSARY ACTIONS
The Mayor and the City Secretary, in consultation with the City Attorney, are authorized and
directed to take all actions necessary to effectuate this resolution.
SECTION 3.
EFFECTIVE DATE
This Resolution shall be effective upon its adoption.
Passed and approved this day of , 2007.
CITY OF LAND HILLS, TE S
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