The New York City East Side Access Project

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:infrastructure_project
gptkbp:benefits commuters_from_Long_Island
gptkbp:built geological conditions
gptkbp:communityEngagement public meetings
gptkbp:connects gptkb:Long_Island_Rail_Road
gptkbp:design multiple construction firms
gptkbp:economicImpact stimulate local economy
gptkbp:environmentalImpact mitigated through planning
gptkbp:features deep cavern station
gptkbp:foundedIn 2006
gptkbp:hasFunding state and federal sources
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The New York City East Side Access Project
gptkbp:impact reduce travel time
gptkbp:includes new_station_at_Grand_Central_Terminal
gptkbp:involves construction of tunnels
gptkbp:is_expected_to 2023
gptkbp:is_funded_by gptkb:Metropolitan_Transportation_Authority
gptkbp:length over 8 miles
gptkbp:locatedIn gptkb:New_York_City
gptkbp:project gptkb:Metropolitan_Transportation_Authority
job creation
approximately $11 billion
improved air quality
multiple phases
environmental concerns
community opposition
budget overruns
safety incidents
increased capacity
increased ridership
enhance public transit
reduced congestion
support for economic development
better connectivity
delays in construction
enhanced commuter experience
greater accessibility
improved transit options
reduced travel costs
gptkbp:purpose improve_access_to_Grand_Central_Terminal
gptkbp:safetyFeatures implemented during construction
gptkbp:stakeholders local government
community organizations
transportation agencies
gptkbp:technology modern tunneling techniques