KEARNEY, Neb. (AP) — Kearney residents are organizing plans to create a safe spot for rail enthusiasts to watch trains from the south side of the Union Pacific Railroad tracks.
Organizers hope to celebrate the city’s train history by building a platform for train enthusiasts to enjoy a view of the rails.
At one point, the city had two train depots, Union Pacific and Burlington. Both have since been demolished.
The observation deck would be located in a lot of the former Burlington Station.
Organizer Pat Compton says that the visitor attraction would unite with the city’s other historical sites, including the Trails and Rails, the Firefighters Museum and The Archway.
City Manager Mike Morgan says organizers would have to present the idea to the City Council if the city owns the land.