I-77 Express Lanes Cost Local Towns | Charlotte News

South Charlotte’s I-77 express lanes are heating up politically—and financially. Local towns could face a $70 million tab if they vote to cancel the project, thanks to a state budget clause requiring repayment for funds already spent. That includes $59 million on engineering and consulting, plus nearly $5 million in legal fees. The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization will decide the project’s fate at their September 23 meeting—watch this space. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/92b195b976ea2db1