Shovels dug into the ground right as a CSX train chugged by during a groundbreaking ceremony at the site of a future train-viewing platform. The project is a joint venture from the city and the chamber.
“Our purpose of course is to go back to the history of Plant City,” commissioner Mike Sparkman said. “We’re very excited about it. It’s a great opportunity.
The platform is situated on the south side of the depot in a largely unused parking lot. It will be about three feet off the ground and also have a tower that sits about 14 feet above the track.
The platform is slated to be finished by Christmas. The platform committee is still accepting donations for the construction. Contact the chamber at 813-754-3707 to donate.
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