Boston’s $2 Billion Highway Project Faces Uncertainty Following Federal Funding Cuts
The ambitious $2 billion highway project in Boston’s Allston neighborhood is now shrouded in doubt after the Trump administration canceled $327 million in federal funding. Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey confirmed the cuts in a statement, emphasizing the critical role this funding plays in benefiting local communities and the economy. "Why would any president oppose a project that improves transportation, creates thousands of jobs, and fosters new housing?" Healey questioned.
The funding was part of the Neighborhood Access and Equity Program, which was eliminated by the administration earlier this year. Healey lamented that the decision, though anticipated, is disheartening. “The people of Massachusetts deserve better from their federal government,” she stated while reaffirming her commitment to the Allston Multimodal Project.
The Massachusetts Department of Transportation is currently assessing the implications of this funding loss on the project. A spokesperson noted that transportation is essential for quality of life and economic success, and highlighted the ongoing commitment to developing the project’s environmental documents and design, even amidst financial uncertainty.
State Transportation Secretary Monica Tibbits-Nutt echoed this resolve, stating that the cuts wouldn’t derail their commitment to the community. A strategic review is underway to explore efficient ways to achieve the project’s transportation goals within the new funding limitations.
The Allston Multimodal Project aims to enhance travel options for residents, not just in Allston but across Metrowest, Central, and Western Massachusetts. Massachusetts officials remain determined to continue engaging with project stakeholders to navigate the challenges ahead as they work to secure the necessary resources to move forward.
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