Yesterday I attended the High Speed Rail meeting in Newport News. I must say that it was the first time I have ever heard so many people from so many different parts of the region speak about the need for one thing: High Speed Rail to South Hampton Roads. I must admit that I had thought beforehand that they might show more support for the option of HSR on the Peninsula. On the contrary, however, Mayor Frank (NN) spoke about the need to support HSR for South Hampton Roads. He was not the only one, either.

Overall, I am still curious about the ability to pay for it, but I am excited at the same time. I am excited because, as a region, we have picked an option and have made our decision. I encourage everybody to make sure to comment and support Alternative 1 for High Speed Rail in South Hampton Roads.

If you would like to attend, there is a final meeting in Norfolk tonight at 5:30 at the Cruise Terminal. All comments are due by Feb. 11.