The announcement that a Brightline station is opening in Stuart has many in the city looking forward to the future. “We're very excited,” said Old Colorado Inn owner Stephen Vitale. said Grace Gillespie, owner of Muscle Craft Distillery. Early Monday afternoon, a Stuart spokesperson confirmed to WPBF 25 News that Brightline has selected Stuart for its Treasure Coast stop. Brightline has not confirmed that. Management said they hope that's true. “It's going to really help support local businesses,” Gillespie said. “I think people coming from other parts of Florida will really appreciate the convenience of being able to walk here and enjoy a pedestrian-friendly downtown,” he said. “It's going to be great for the hotel guests,” said Vitale's son, Christopher Vitale. “We'll be able to connect to other parts of Florida.” Previously, many people didn't want Brightline to exist. They complained of excessive noise and increased train traffic. Judging by the reaction on the streets Monday night, there are mixed opinions on the station. We have to deal with the consequences,” Vitale said. “So why don't we just stop here?” Some residents have previously expressed concerns about the train station, saying it would draw too many people to Stuart and diminish the city's small-town charm. I'm worried that it will be lost. “I'm tired of driving and sitting in traffic everywhere,” said Ron Jennette, a Stuart resident. “So it's nice to drive somewhere. You can even get on a plane to Orlando and get off in five minutes from your house,” said Mike Reed, a Stuart resident. Brightline hasn't said when that will happen. Officially announcing the location of Treasure Coast Station.
The announcement that Brightline Station will open in Stuart has many in the city looking forward to the future.
“We're very excited,” said Old Colorado Inn owner Stephen Vitale.
“I really hope it happens,” said Grace Gillespie, owner of Muscle Craft Distillery.
Early Monday afternoon, a Stuart spokesperson confirmed to WPBF 25 News that Brightline has selected Stuart as its Treasure Coast location.
Brightline has not confirmed that.
Business leaders said they hope that's true about the economic stimulus it will bring.
“This really helps support local businesses,” Gillespie said.
“People coming from other parts of Florida will really appreciate the convenience of being able to walk here and enjoy a pedestrian-friendly downtown,” Vitale said.
“It's going to be great for the hotel guests,” said Vitale's son, Christopher Vitale. “It will allow us to connect with the rest of Florida.”
Previously, many people did not want bright lines.
They complained about excessive noise and increased train traffic.
Judging by the reaction on the streets Monday night, the station has received mixed reviews.
“The train is going to pass. We have to deal with the effects of that,” Vitale said. “So why don't you stop by here?”
Some residents have previously expressed concerns about the train station, fearing it would draw so many people to Stuart that it would take away from the city's small-town charm.
However, some people do not share such concerns.
“I'm tired of driving and sitting in traffic everywhere,” said Ron Jennette, a Stuart resident. “Then why don't we go somewhere by car?”
“I can just hop on a plane to Orlando and get off in five minutes from my house,” said Mike Reed, a Stuart resident.
Brightline has not said when it will officially announce the location of the Treasure Coast station.
