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Train vs. bus debate fueled by new report on Blue Line Extension
A new report by the Metropolitan Council compares a $3.58 billion light rail extension (Blue Line) with a $120 million bus rapid transit alternative, sparking debate among supporters and opponents. Rep. Jon Koznick advocates for halting the light rail project due to cost concerns, while Hennepin County Commissioner Jeff Lunde emphasizes the necessity of the light rail for transit-dependent communities.
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