Education Seminar: The Merrimac Railroad Bridge: Past, Present, and Future

The Lake Wisconsin Alliance (LWA) will host its first educational meeting for 2017 at the Merrimac Village Hall, 100 Cook St, on Thursday, February 16th from 6:00-8:00pm. The program is titled “The Merrimac Railroad Bridge: Past, Present, and Future”.

Virgil Kasper will be talking about the railroad history in Sauk County and how it has progressed over the years from 1871 to today. The current status of the Merrimac bridge and the importance of the railroad to the economy of Sauk County will also be discussed. In August, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation approved a $17 million plan to repair the bridge. Virgil will outline the planned repairs and improvements to take place over the next two years. Virgil was the chairman of the Pink Lady Rail Transit Commission as it was formed in 1986 and served as Chairperson for 22 years. He continues to server as the Vice Chairman of the Commission.

The Lake Wisconsin Alliance (LWA) is a 501(c)3 not for profit organization that endeavors to balance the diverse interests of the Lake Wisconsin community while improving water quality, recreational opportunities, and sustaining a healthy ecosystem within the Lake Wisconsin watershed.

If you have questions about this event, feel free to contact Melissa Keenan at 608-963-3428, or mkeenan@co.sauk.wi.us.