Freights, maybe commuters, and long-distance (Amtrak) trains halted in Ballard 'hood in Seattle. Clean-up, roust 'em out along ROW

http://mynorthwest.com/252228/railroad-workers-stop-ballard-trains-sweep-clean-homeless-encampments/

Meawhile Eugene, also in Oregon is looking into a 'horn-free' zone, or corridor through downtown.

http://klcc.org/post/eugene-seeks-public-comment-railroad-quiet-zone