There are many ways of how American business may be improved, and recently, the government came to the conclusion that it was possible to promote the development of appropriate rail systems to meet several professional goals.
It is stated that “the train stations are all beautiful, and most are real Antiques and well maintained in daily use” (Letters to Leaders), and if it is possible to improve the connection between different cities and save people’s time and nerves, it is necessary to use such a chance and provide people with more abilities.
A not long time ago, there was an announcement from the Obama Administration that “Florida will receive a down payment of $1.25 billion toward the eventual $2.56 billion required to build the project expected to ruLocan by late 2014” (Jackovics).
On the one hand, this decision is supported by many citizens as it is a good way to improve their lives. On the other hand, the vast majority of people cannot realize why such huge money should be spent on improvements to rail systems, and other aspects of life are still neglected.
The Tampa-Orlando light rail system is one of the most contradictory questions in many spheres; this is why it is so difficult to define its true worth and realize its urgency for the citizens of Florida.
According to the plans, the Tampa-Orlando line may run about 84 miles: people get a chance to reach the Orlando International Airport from the downtown of Tampa in 55 minutes (Florida Department of Transportation).
This line will be provided with a variety of tools and facilities, and each passenger will be able to enjoy the offered air-conditioned areas for waiting and other services at each station.
To support the idea of an improved rail system, people admit that the Tampa-Orlando line is one of the good bases to start various private-public relations and partnership (BocaGrandeTalk).
The chosen area in Florida has not seen considerable improvements for a long period, and it seems to be appropriate to get such kind of help and show the citizens how generous governmental care could be.
Still, there are several opponents who cannot agree to the fact that billions of dollars have to be spent on rail systems in such poorly populated area in comparison to other places of the USA.
One of the Republicans underlines the necessary to “take another look at all of the $10 billion in federal grants awarded by the Obama Administrations for high-speed rail nationally – and specifically money allotted for the nation’s first line” (Napper).
There are so many other spheres of life which need some improvements as well as there are many other areas which have to be supported by certain governmental grants. This is why the opponents cannot support the necessity of a rail system that is going to connect Tampa and Orlando.
In general, the development of the Tampa-Orlando rail line has many positive as well as negative aspects. Taking into consideration the fact that the main purposes of this line are to improve human lives and save time, it is possible to support the idea and believe in its worth for the citizens.
On the other hand, it is hard to believe that there is no other sphere of life that is in need of financial support. This is why it is still necessary to realize a true worth of the chosen suggestion.
Works Cited
“Fast Facts.” Florida Department of Transportation. 2010. Web. 9 Dec. 2010.
Jackovics, Ted. “Local officials look for how high-speed rail can pay off.” TampabayOnline. 29 Jan. 2010. Web. 9 Dec. 2010.
“Light rail, electric cars, and the intercity BUS”. Letters to Leaders. 15 Jul. 2010. Web. 9 Dec. 2010.
Napper, Robert. “FL: After light rail tax defeat, doubts about Tampa-Orlando high-speed rail light.” The American Independent. May 2010. Web. 9 Dec. 2010.
“Tea party vows to put brakes on Florida rail deals.” BocaGrandeTalk. 17 Nov. 2010. Web. 9 Dec. 2010.