An expansion of Vancouver's rail system hit a snag this week with a report that the transit system doesn't have enough money. The dilemma is reminiscent of the situation in Seattle -- yet another example of Cascadia similarities.
It looks like TransLink may have to shelve two new train lines and other projects. It needs another C$400 million just to finish the proposed Evergreen line from Burnaby to Coquitlam. Some residents in the area that would be served by the new line are using the stumble as a chance to challenge the choice of street-level light rail instead of a Sky Train.
The TransLink board is reportedly considering additional taxes and asking the national government for help. Seattle's Sound Transit, which cut back its rail projects as costs soared, plans to ask voters for more money in 2007.