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Ballard Rail by 2042? Funding First | Seattle News
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Ballard’s light rail dream is on track for 2042—but only if three big hurdles get cleared by 2033: funding, final design, and construction money. After a May vote killed the Ballard extension under ST3 due to cost concerns, officials are pushing hard for creative solutions and state support to keep the 2042 goal alive. Meanwhile, other projects like Tacoma Dome Link (2035) and West Seattle (2032) stay on schedule. To hit the deadline, Sound Transit must secure $1 billion in savings by 2030, finalize the design by 2032, and lock in funds by 2033—otherwise, delays could push opening into the 2060s.
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