It's always nice to hear when money is dedicated to upgrading attractions in Houston that have a fond memory in your heart. The train located next to the Houston Zoo at Hermann Park is one of those attractions with memories I personally hold dear.

Anne Marie Kilday reports from the Houston Chronicle that the 35-horsepower locamotive and train could be receiving money for upgrades to the train and track system.

Under a proposal from the Hermann Park Conservancy and the Houston City Council's quality-of-life committee, the little train could be getting a $4 million upgrade, with new tracks and trains, a new train station and three new train stops.

Two new stops will be located near the MetroRail depots at Hermann Park/Rice and at the Houston Zoo. The third new train stop will be near the Houston Museum of Natural Science, the Houston Garden Center and Miller Outdoor Theatre. - The Houston Chronicle

Residents of real estate developments in the area, such as the Mosaic at Hermann Park, are bound to enjoy the features that this proposal could bring to Hermann Park's Lake Plaza. The Houston City Council is to discuss this proposal on Wednesday.

What part of Houston holds memories from your childhood?