Blue Line Extension Costs Soar

The Blue Line Extension’s price tag just hit a new high—now nearing $3.6 billion after a $336 million bump—pushing its opening from 2030 to 2033, with heavy construction wrapping up by 2032. Scope changes and risk assessments are driving the cost hikes, while funding remains a balancing act between local and federal sources. The Met Council vows to keep stakeholders updated as this massive infrastructure project continues its long, winding path to reality. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3d2f7a2ddddc09bb