As many of you know by know, the future of the Green Line Extension is in doubt due to a massive cost overrun reminiscent of the Big Dig. Current estimates are that the project will cost at least $1 billion more than originally estimated. News reports state that many, if not all, of the current contractors have been removed from the project. Three alternatives are being discussed: Continuing the project as is. Unacceptable; the state doesn’t have the money. Canceling the project. Unacceptable; Somerville and Medford have waited over 40 years for this project. Cutting
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This article by David Dahlbacka originally appeared on somervillevoices.org on December 13, 2015 at 11:20PM
