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Interstate 81 in Syracuse
The Ghostbuster:
Has anyone got any updates on the proposed reconstruction of Interstate 81 in Syracuse? It seems like the project has gone dormant, as I haven't found out anything that isn't already a few years old.
machias:
There was a public forum earlier this month advising they'll still assessing the options. Commissioner Matt Driscoll said this will be the largest project in the history of NYSDOT. I am dubious of that claim.
Rothman:
Yep. Still being studied out and the tunnel proponents aren't helping things any.
(personal opinion expressed)
goldfishcrackers4:
I am concerned about this project because of some of the language that has been used by the state and local governments when discussing it. The "boulevard" and "community grid" have a level of touchy-feelyness that I don't feel would exist if the department were leaning toward replacing the viaduct. Just my opinion, but it seems like an awful lot of effort is going into discussion and visualizations for potential hipster gentrification of where 81 currently stands.
Also of concern to me is the creation of I-781 in the North Country. I don't know enough about it, but it seems like it is leaving potential for a 581 and 681 in Syracuse if the viaduct is eliminated.
goldfishcrackers4:
--- Quote from: Rothman on June 08, 2016, 12:06:35 PM ---Yep. Still being studied out and the tunnel proponents aren't helping things any.
(personal opinion expressed)
--- End quote ---
An awful lot of effort is going into entertaining a small group of people. The tunnel is one piece. Another is the proposals of those interested in the boulevard in rerouting 81 slightly to the west. Destroy far more and a far greater cost so college students don't have to walk under a bridge. Some day I'll share how I really feel. :D
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