Should trains be allowed to pass by the edge of Sebago Lake’s Lower Bay, greater Portland’s source of drinking water?
Sheila Parker, 38, New Gloucester
“I understand the problem of the water concern but I feel that access to the railway would be a great thing for the Sebago Lake area.”
Rena Wynn, 68, Casco
“As long as it’s not close enough to derail into the lake, I see no reason (not to allow it). A lot more potential pollutants go by that lake on Route 35 in big trucks that could roll down into the lake and pollute the water.”
Foster Burke, 63, Windham
“Yes. I don’t see the harm in it because modern trains don’t have the same level of pollutants old trains did. And the rail line might bring more business to the local business sector. It’s probably one in 100 that a train would actually pollute the lake.”
Edward Guliano, 59, Sebago
“The emission from diesel fuel passing through the area is an insignificant amount to do any damage to the water supply. Don’t forget, you would decrease auto emissions by increasing the train’s ridership.”
Nikki Richman, 38, formerly of Naples
“No. I don’t think it should pass by if there’s a chance it will contaminate the water supply. I think public transport is good for the environment. This case is a double-edged sword but it’s still not good if it’s running right by the water source.”
Jason Scott, 23, Windham
“No, it shouldn’t, only because it would be too close to the water supply, and it would be too risky. Rerouting it would be a better idea.”
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