http://keithn.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] keithn.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] davis_square2015-11-12 06:44 pm

Wynn proposes footbridge over Mystic River

In an interesting development that is sure to put the mayor in an awkward position, Wynn wants to build a footbridge over the Mystic river to connect the Wynn casino site to Assembly Square. I know the possibility of a bridge has had support from people who don't even plan on visiting the casino, but according to our mayor: “A footbridge would benefit Steve Wynn and Steve Wynn only."

Read more at http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2015/11/12/wynn-resorts-footbridge-span-mystic/2i7jPr6hCYwSjTCsWwoxpI/story.html

[identity profile] teko.livejournal.com 2015-11-13 06:18 pm (UTC)(link)
I would also add that as part of the proposal, Wynn will be funding purchase and upkeep of new Orange Line trains as well as the major road construction needed to ease traffic coming from 93.