The BNSF and UP have a duopoly on all transcontinental freight rail lines in the Western U.S. and share trackage rights over thousands of miles of track. According to corporate press releases, the BNSF Railway is among the top transporters of intermodal freight in North America. It also hauls bulk cargo. For instance, the railroad hauls enough coal to generate roughly ten percent of the electricity produced in the United States.
Hoyt Park & Pool. The Milwaukee County Parks system was developed during the first 40 years of the 20th century. Among the parks developed during that period was Hoyt Park. In 1937, work was begun by Milwaukee County and the Civilian Conservation Corps on the construction of the Hoyt Park pool. It opened in 1939, and maintained the highest attendance among all county pools for more than 60 years.
Come out and chill out; the 54 outdoor pools operated by the Department of Parks and Recreation opened on June 27. In Central Park, Lasker Pool, located at 110th Street and Lenox Avenue, also started welcoming swimmers looking to get away from the heat of New York City. There is a wading pool and Olympic pool for visitors. Open through September 2, the pools are accessible daily from 11AM to 3PM, and 4PM to 7PM. The Lasker Pool also runs a series of free programming throughout the summer.