The vote came just after 11 p.m., ending ten years of hearings, lawsuits, and three separate environmental reviews. Council members voted 7–2 to approve the $340 million span across the river, with construction expected to begin next spring.
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Supporters pointed to the projected 22-minute reduction in commute times for the east side, while opponents raised concerns about displacement along the approach corridor. "This is the right decision, made far too late," said one council member.
The city expects to issue bonds in the first quarter; the state has committed to covering roughly a third of the cost.