Page 2 File: T-704 The continued viability of Canadian railways and their ability to compete with U.S. railways for transportation to foreign and domestic markets is dependent on the introduction of new technology. Operating trains with technology that safely replaces costly and obsolete cabooses i$ a necessary step in this process. Most U.S. railways, some uf which are our direct competitors, now have extensive experience with cabooseless operations without safety problems. i There will be public hearings held across the country October and November. We know you will be interested i the CTC proceedings. To assist your understanding of the issues, we have enclosed copies of a booklet out- lining our reasons for believing that cabooses can safely be eliminated from trains. If it would be helpful for us to meet with you or your Council to answer any questions, please contact me at (604) 665-3200. — Yours truly, Ba WP =B