Railroad quiet zone debate divides Caldwell residents, city leaders and experts

Railroad quiet zone debate divides Caldwell residents, city leaders and experts

A long-debated proposal to create a railroad quiet zone in Caldwell remains on hold after public pushback, even as city leaders and economic development planners argue the project could shape the citys future growth, tourism and quality of life.The proposed quiet zone would cover seven crossings 5th Avenue, Kimball Avenue, 9th Avenue, 12th Avenue, 21st Avenue, Linden Street and Ustick Road and would require safety upgrades including new signage,…