Transportation Growth to Lead to Economic Growth i
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5/3/2009
The Northstar commuter rail line and the commuter rail station in Elk River (to be completed later in 2009) that will connect Elk River to Minneapolis, and a recent study of the rail station area proposing up to 1,500 new housing units and an estimated $800 million of development potential, points to a bright future and rapid growth of Elk River. Predicted longer term is the transitioning of Highway 10 (which passes through Elk River, as well as Highway 101/169) to a freeway and placing the interchange near the Elk River rail station. This future growth follows the recent completion of the revitalization of historic downtown Elk River and the upgrading of Highway 101, connecting Elk River to I-94.
Transportation is clearly the key to Elk River's bright future. With the new rail line and easy access to several major highways, Elk River is positioned for easy access to MSP, St. Cloud and the North Shore area. Elk River, already a nice place to live, is going to soon be a GREAT place to live!
Jack | Elk River, MN