Austins Light Rail Project Gains Momentum: Federal Funding Boost and Economic Development PotentialAustins long-awaited light rail project received a significant boost with a medium-high rating from federal transit officials, increasing its chances of securing a federal Capital Investment Grant. The project, set to begin in 2027, aims to improve mobility and stimulate economic development. The initial system will run between Thirty-eighth Street and Oltorf Street, with an eastern spur extending towards the airport. Future plans include direct airport access and expansion to the Crestview area. The next major milestone is completing the federal environmental review in early 2023, followed by selecting main contractors in 2026.

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