Western Springs Celebrates Opening Of Metra Platform

WESTERN SPRINGS, IL — Western Springs recently celebrated the opening of its new Metra train platform. The platform was made possible by a $2.5 million earmark from Rep. Dan Lipinski.

“I was very happy to earmark $2.5 million in federal funding for this important project in Western Springs," Lipinski said in a release. "As someone who understands the value to our community of a strong public transportation system, as well as a Metra rider myself, it is especially gratifying that we were able to get this done."

Lipinski thanked Village President Alice Gallagher, former Village President Bill Rodeghier, Metra Director Steve Palmer, village trustees and other area stakeholders for their work.

“This much-needed project is part of an ongoing downtown revitalization effort designed to enhance the experience of commuters and others who come through downtown Western Springs through improvements in both safety and aesthetics," Lipinski said in a release. "As a resident of Western Springs, it’s great to see this project completed and I look forward to working with local leaders to continue improving Metra service and the community.”

Photo provided by Rep. Lipinski's office.