"Georgetown Loop Railroad Delays Season Opening" *LINK*

(CBS4) GEORGETOWN, Colo Business owners said they are upset over delays in opening the popular Georgetown Loop Railroad. Many shops and restaurants depend on tourist money brought in by the railroad.
The Georgetown Loop traditionally opens Memorial Day weekend, but the main locomotive is being refurbished and won't be ready until next month. A back up engine is having mechanical problems.
"Obviously it's not a good thing for us, or for the town," Georgetown store owner Gary Haines said.
The train is now scheduled to begin running on June 15. Business owners hope the delay won't hurt them.
"A lot of people from all over the country come up and ride the Georgetown Loop Railroad," store owner Gary Haines said. "It's about an hour ride and they also have the mine tours. It brings us a little bit more revenue when we do have that running."
"Well, of course everyone's disappointed," store owner Carol Curran said. "We look forward to the Loop opening up, but you know these things happen."
Curran said there is still plenty to do in the area.
"The museums will be open, the Hotel De Paris, the Hamill House and the Energy Museum," Curran said.
The business owners hope this weekend's Historic Georgetown and Mining Days Festival will still draw in the crowds with the other activities.