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Congressman John Larson: New Plans, New Tunnels

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An artist's rendering of part of the Hartford 400 plan. I-91 would be buried between Downtown Hartford and the Connecticut River, and replaced with green space and a local road near the Connecticut Science Center.

This hour, a look into a future that might be for the city of Hartford. 

Some planners want to bury I-91 along its path between the Connecticut River and downtown Hartford.  

They would reimagine the levee underneath the highway as a green hill overlooking the river. 

They envision extensive development in nearby parts of Hartford with restored water views.

Connecticut First District Congressman John Larson is no stranger to big plans for highways in the Hartford area.  He sees a unique opportunity for the city.

Guests:

  • Connecticut First District Congressman John Larson
  • Hartford Courant Political Reporter Daniela Altimari

 
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The future of public media is in your hands.

All donations are appreciated, but we ask in this moment you consider starting a monthly gift as a Sustainer to help replace what’s been lost.