Legislation Details

File #: 22-4568   
Type: Orange County Transportation Authority Item Status: Passed
File created: 11/14/2022 In control: Board
On agenda: 1/23/2023 Final action: 1/23/2023
Title: Update on Emergency Railroad Track Stabilization in the Vicinity of Milepost 206.8 on the Orange Subdivision
Sponsors: Jason Lee, James G. Beil

Title

Update on Emergency Railroad Track Stabilization in the Vicinity of Milepost 206.8 on the Orange Subdivision

 

Overview

Overview

A hillside adjacent to the Orange County Transportation Authority-owned railroad right-of-way, in the vicinity of Mile Post 206.8 on the Orange Subdivision, has failed and continues to incrementally move, pushing the railroad tracks toward the Pacific Ocean. Measures are being taken to stabilize the landslide to restore and maintain passenger and freight rail service. Staff will provide an update on efforts to stabilize the railroad tracks.

 

Recommendation(s)

Recommendation

Reaffirm Resolution No. 2022-075 authorizing the Chief Executive Officer to take all necessary actions to address the emergency need for railroad track stabilization in the vicinity of Mile Post 206.8 on the Orange Subdivision, and to return to the Board of Directors, as required, to report on the status thereof.