Jacob Payne

San Marcos residents have long dreamed of a day uninterrupted by the thundering roar of passing trains. For some, that day is nearly here. The Federal Railroad Association plans to establish quiet zones at 26 city railroad crossings. These zones will help reduce noise by prohibiting trains from routinely blasting their horns as they approach railroad crossings. Quiet zones can be created after safety upgrades are completed. These upgrades include the construction of medians to prevent drivers from bypassing caution arms once they are lowered.