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Blue Line Extension Stalls at $225M Gap | Minneapolis News
Hennepin County just greenlit a $2.25 billion Blue Line light-rail extension — but there’s a $225 million gap before they can even apply for federal funds. County leaders are turning to the Met Council to fill that hole, arguing the money’s available and this project is vital to unlocking critical federal dollars. With a 32% contingency built in and community leaders echoing the call, the push is on to get the local match secured — even if it means asking for more than they’ve asked for before. The goal? Submit the application and hope for federal approval — because without asking, you don’t…
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