NY, NJ Rail Funding Pact Seen as Big Step Toward $33.7B Gateway Program
NY, NJ Rail Funding Pact Seen as Big Step Toward $33.7B Gateway Program
Abstract
New York and New Jersey will share the state-level funding contribution for the $1.7-billion Portal North Bridge project, a long-awaited upgrade to the Northeast Corridor that is set to begin construction later this year. The balance of the construction cost will come from federal sources, including a $766.5-million Federal Transit Administration grant, $261.5 million from Amtrak and $57.1 million from the Federal Highway Administration. A notice to proceed was issued. Construction will include retaining walls, deep foundations. A joint venture of AECOM and STV will provide construction management services.
