Rehabilitation of the Virginia Railway Express’ (VRE) Fredericksburg station took a
step forward on January 21, 2022 when the commuter rail service’s Operations Board approved a task   order for construction management services. Construction on the $5 million project is expected to  begin this summer, following the selection of a construction contractor.

“This project, which will lengthen the station’s platform, is designed to improve passenger safety and  convenience,” said Councilor Matt Kelly, who represents the city on VRE’s Operations Board. “New stairs will allow passengers to move between the platform and parking lot without crossing Princess Anne Street at grade level. Other improvements include new signage, sidewalks, lighting and paint. It’s truly a transformational project.” “The Fredericksburg rehabilitation project is one of more than a dozen station improvement projects included in VRE’s six-year $1.1 billion capital improvement program,” said Operations Board Chair Margaret Franklin.

-via Press Release