Small Kansas Railroad Gets Operational Nod
Published Date: 2/19/2025
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Summary
Kansas City West Bottoms Railroad, LLC (KCWB) is leasing and running a short railroad track next to Union Pacific’s line in Kansas City. KCWB promises to keep its yearly earnings under $5 million and has agreed to limit future connections with other railroads. This change lets KCWB operate quickly without big fees, starting soon after approval.
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