Charlotte, NC Receives Federal Grant to Jump Start its' Streetcar Project
Today Charlotte received $25 Million to begin construction on its streetcar project. Street cars have not ran in Charlotte since the 1930's. The first track is going to run from the mass transit center near the Time Warner Cable Arena and will run to the Presbyterian Hospital.
The city of Charlotte has already set aside $12 Million for this $35 Million project but they still need $1.5 Million for operating expenses.
There are also hopes of extending the streetcar line to run from Beatties Ford to the now closed Eastland Mall. This project would take over 20 years and around $500 Million. Hopefully by then, the mall can be reopened!
Mayor Fox mentioned that the growth of Charlotte's infrastructure will provide "sorely needed jobs for Charlotte."
I have been with relocating buyers this week that are trying to decide between Charlotte and Washington, DC. They like Charlotte better but did mention that they expected Charlotte to have a better and more massive public transportation system.
Now that the city has the money I say start hiring some people and break ground tomorrow.
