Providence & Worcester Railroad Crossing Upgrades

Genesee & Wyoming Railroad Services, Inc., parent company of the Providence & Worcester Railroad, has revised plans and cost estimates to ensure compliance with American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA) standards at the Rice Road railroad crossing. This adjustment is in response to anticipated traffic increases from the proposed Chapter 40B Rice Pond Village project. Safety is paramount for Genesee & Wyoming Railroad Services, Inc., Providence & Worcester Railroad, and the community. However, the developers of Rice Pond Village have not prioritized public safety, as evidenced by their disregard for concerns raised by the Millbury Planning Board and the neighborhood. Despite increased traffic volumes and speeds due to the project, the developers refuse to bear the financial responsibility for necessary upgrades. The estimated cost for these upgrades is $432,659.42, with a projected closure of at least four days. Providence & Worcester Railroad's involvement in decision-making processes is crucial for prioritizing public safety.