Should there be high-speed rail between the Twin Cities and Rochester?
"Residents in southeastern Minnesota will have three opportunities this week to discuss a proposed high-speed rail line between the Twin Cities and Rochester," writes MPR News reporter Elizabeth Baier.
Federal, state, and county officials are currently evaluating possible routes for a the proposed Zip Rail service's 100-mile corridor that spans seven counties.
Earlier this summer, officials released a broad scoping document that begins to outline the proposed route, alternate routes, and potential environmental concerns with the project.
Today's Question: Should there be high-speed rail between the Twin Cities and Rochester?
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