Major questions remain about proposed replacement for Massey Tunnel
Posted July 27, 2015 7:21 pm.
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RICHMOND (NEWS 1130) – Richmond politicians want more information about the proposed replacement for the George Massey Tunnel.
Mayor Malcolm Brodie says the proposed bridge replacement has potential, but they need much more information before they can move forward.
He notes it’s not just this bridge’s construction he’s worried about.
“Without changes to the Oak Street Bridge, I don’t know how they are going to deal with the very significant traffic jam that is going to ensue. We’re used to it on the highway at this point and I don’t know if that new bridge is going to clear [that] up very much.”
Brodie believes they need to review the tolling policies for all bridges in the region.
“Because it’s changing travel patterns and if the new bridge is going to be a toll bridge then that’s going to put pressure on the other routes and it’s going to cause other problems.”
He notes they need information on its final height, its impact on farmland how it fits into community plans before they can move forward.
