Mayor Garver and Georgetown Council: Please vote to stick with the Lone Star Rail District. We need transportation alternatives to I-35 traffic, cleaner air and lesser dependence on oil. Georgetown should not be left out as central Texas works together to build a regional rail system.
Why is this important?
On Tuesday, the Georgetown City Council will vote on a proposal to have the city abandon a regional effort to build commuter rail linking Georgetown to cities as far south as San Antonio.
Traffic on I35 is some of the worst in the nation. A commuter rail system will allow people in Georgetown to easily visit Austin and San Antonio without the maddening traffic and impossible parking. It'll also help reduce air pollution and our dependence on oil.
Unfortunately, some on the Georgetown council want to quit the Lone Star Rail District, which means Georgetown wouldn't be a stop on the line. We could have regional rail within 6 to 10 years, but Georgetown would be left out.
Tell the Georgetown City Council to reject this proposal and stick with rail.
