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Originally Posted by MalcolmTucker
Costs, especially once these projects become real and scope creep starts. I think we can all agree maximizing grade separation outside of the core, especially since capacity on this line is limited by train length is pretty important, but every change costs money. Also, it is likely the amount allocated will not be enough to meet the ambitious expansion plans and that revenue options for further projects (or the whole package) will have to be presented to the people. I am not sure whether city council has the stomach for doing that.
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Council is obviously directed by it constituents. I truly believe the citizens of Edmonton want and need a full build out of our LRT system. The cost associated with doing this are in flux. But IMO we cant afford not to keep building our LRT system.