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Star Tribune Wed, 23 Jan 2008 07:02:07 GMT
Minneapolis-to-Duluth rail line could spur billions in development

The proposed Minneapolis-to-Duluth rail could help spur billions in development, a study says. The proposed passenger rail line from Minneapolis to Duluth is expected to help generate nearly $2 billion in development around five Minnesota stations, including almost $1 billion around the Minneapolis station at the Twins' new ballpark, according to a study presented Tuesday. A line supporting eight daily trains capable of speeds up to 110 miles per hour would generate 13,833 jobs throughout the corridor, the Minneapolis Transportation & Public Works Committee and Anoka County board were told in separate presentations.

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