'Unresolved Safety': Caldwell Mayor Vetoes the Quiet Zone Proposal

Caldwell mayor attempts to veto resolutions, but has no legal authority

The railroad quiet zone saga has reemerged in Caldwell following Mayor Eric Phillips’ failed attempt to issue two vetoes on Wednesday.

Caldwell Mayor Eric Phillips vetoes railroad quiet zone approved by City Council

Caldwell Mayor Eric Phillips vetoed the recently approved railroad quiet zone in downtown Caldwell.The quiet zone project's approval would mean that Pacific Union will be barred from honking its horn when passing through the seven crossings, including: 5th Avenue, Kimball Avenue, 9th Avenue, 12th Avenue, 21st Avenue, Linden Street and Ustick Road.The proposal spurred a lively community debate over the past several months, with supporters claimin…

'Unresolved safety': Caldwell mayor vetoes the quiet zone proposal

Mayor Eric Phillips puts the brakes on Caldwell's quiet zone project, vetoing both council resolutions a week after they were approved.