""Normally a project of this magnitude, a brand new rail line that will serve 160,000 to 200,000 people, would be federally funded - that's the way it works in the United States of America," MTA Chairman and CEO Janno Lieber stated, highlighting the traditional reliance on federal funding for large transit projects."
""We're going to be ready to do construction in a couple of years. We want to make sure that we could move quickly into construction rather than waiting around for Santa Claus," Lieber explained, emphasizing the urgency and proactive approach of the MTA in advancing the project."
""It's a strategy of optimistic realism. We'll absolutely apply for federal money, but we are looking at alternatives in light of what we've seen about how discretionary grant money is being distributed in this administration," Lieber noted, reflecting the MTA's cautious optimism regarding federal funding."
The MTA is exploring alternative funding sources for the $5.5 billion Interborough Express light rail line between Brooklyn and Queens. Federal funding, once a certainty for such projects, is now uncertain due to President Trump's actions. MTA Chairman Janno Lieber emphasized the need for different funding strategies, as the project aims to serve 160,000 to 200,000 people. The project is currently in the design and engineering phase, with an environmental review underway. MTA officials plan to be ready for construction in a couple of years, while remaining realistic about federal funding prospects.
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