Nashville Approves Free Land Lease for Boring Company Tunnel Amidst Public Criticism
Tennessee has approved a no-cost lease of a parking lot near the Capitol to The Boring Company, allowing them to begin the Music City Loop project. The decision, approved unanimously by the State Building Commission Executive Subcommittee, faced public criticism and concerns from Democratic lawmakers regarding transparency and the benefits for Nashville residents. The public and lawmakers questioned the process, the impact on landowners, and the appropriateness of providing public land to a private company, particularly as The Boring Company had already begun site preparation before the vote. Despite these concerns, the lease was approved, prompting further criticism and discussion of potential legal action.
John Q. Hosedrinker