Request for Support of the South Shore Rail Line Extension from Sue Reed, President of the Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce

On February 11, 2014, The Crossroads Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors passed a Resolution in favor of the South Shore Rail Line Extension. This extension connects Chicago to Northwest Indiana and the expansion of the West Lake Corridor, which will provide new jobs, diversify the economy and provide better access to the region. This resolution was mailed to our local representatives and many of the cities and towns that will benefit from this extension.

Congressman Pete Visclosky has asked for our assistance. Not all of the municipalities have agreed to dedicate funds they receive for economic development to this project. If you live, or work in one of the following cities or towns, please take the time to call or email the Town Council and let them know you support this project. Dyer's Town Council meets this evening at 6pm and they are undecided. If you live or work in Dyer and support the extension please attend the meeting. All communities need to hear from the residents and employers that are in support.

Communities not committed: Cedar Lake, Crown Point, Dyer, East Chicago, Gary, Griffith, Hammond, Lowell, Merrillville, New Chicago, Schererville, St. John, Winfield.

To read the resolution please click here South Shore Rail Extension.