George Massey Tunnel replacement bridge raises concerns for Richmond

CBC News

The mayor of Richmond is raising concerns about a new 10-lane bridge to replace the George Massey Tunnel along Highway 99.

Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie says many questions about the proposed structure remain unanswered by the province.

The provincial government announced its plan to replace the heavily congested 60-year-old tunnel between Richmond and Delta in 2013. Construction of the bridge is slated to begin in 2017.

However, Brodie says the city has received only “the most basic information” about the bridge project so far.

“It all sounds very good — boy, you’re going to have this brand new bridge and it’s going to solve all your problems, it’s a real panacea,” Brodie told On the Coast’s Stephen Quinn. …

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