Originally Posted by
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What precedent is being set?
For me, the big thing is asking, "Is resolving this traffic backup on I-375 a good thing?". To me, the answer is yes. So privately funding the solution to a public problem is great.
I understand and respect those that don't think widening the ramp is good. If I disagreed with the project, I would be frustrated too. Kind of like having curb-side M-1 rail instead of center-run, I find it frustrating. But I don't fault Gilbert and company for funding M-1 rail, because otherwise we wouldn't get it at all.
It's a myth that this project would have any significant effect on an I-375 replacement.