David Price, speaking today at the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce 2009 Annual Meeting announced that NC is to get $545M for high-speed rail to improve the rail between Raleigh and Charlotte.
The money will go towards upgrading the tracks, increasing the speeds up to 90 mph (still slower than Europe but an improvement for sure!) and doubling the number of round trips.
In addition to that award, President Obama plans to announce $25 improvements from Raleigh to Richmond! For those of us that travel to the Charlotte or DC areas, this will provide an excellent alternative to the hectic drive!
For more details go to:
http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/6903052/