So Much For Independent Rail?

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The Civil Beat staff has just weighed in with an “Off the Beat” looking at what today’s story means for the future of rail, particularly the independence of the Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation.

Here’s an excerpt:

The decision should end any speculation about what will happen if HART and the Honolulu City Council disagree over budgetary matters.

Basically, if you’re going to use the city’s good credit to cement the viability of your project in the eyes of the federal government, the city gets to call the shots on how you spend your money if you get into trouble.

Read the rest here: Off The Beat: So Much For Independent Rail

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