The Madera County Board of Supervisors considered supporting the County as the site for a proposed California High-Speed Rail project maintenance facility. The County also approved the application for a $1 million grant to improve public health services.
During their May 5 meeting, the Board approved a resolution supporting Madera County’s selection for a proposed California High-Speed Rail (CAHSR) heavy maintenance facility. CAHSR is an electrified rail system under construction to connect San Francisco to the Los Angeles area in under three hours.
Fourth District Supervisor Leticia Gonzalez noted the resolution’s timing, as the Board honored the late Max Rodrgiuez earlier in the meeting. Rodriguez, a former Fourth District Supervisor, heavily advocated for the County as a CAHSR facility site.
“I find it ironic and yet a little comforting that as we honored Supervisor Rodriguez, this item emerged on our agenda. So, I think it’s comforting to know that there’s still work that is left to be done,” Gonzalez said…