Ramsey County Regional Railroad Authority board members tour completed Great Hall in the Union Depot
Last week Ramsey County commissioners had the chance to tour the renovation work going on in the Union Depot's Headhouse.

Left to right: Commissioners Tony Bennett, Toni Carter, Jan Parker,
Victoria Reinhardt, Jim McDonough and Rafael Ortega. Not present:
Commissioner Janice Rettman.
Commissioner Jim McDonough, chair of the RCRRA said this about upcoming efforts to activate the Union Depot:
"The Union Depot was one of America’s great rail stations of the early 20th century. As the work progresses, we are achieving our vision of making the Union Depot one of America’s great public buildings and transit hubs for the 21st century and beyond."
Commissioner Toni Carter had this to say:
"Thank you to all who are working to revitalize our Union Depot. How great it is to witness this precious jewel being restored to its grandeur and utility as a transportation hub, and a primary gathering space for our East Metro region!"