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Vermont's $20M Route Seven Upgrade Sparks Debate | Burlington News
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- Jul 23, 2026
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Summary
Vermont’s congressional delegation just scored a major win—nearly $20 million for Route Seven between Brandon and Pittsford—with plans to add truck climbing lanes and widen shoulders for cyclists, a two-year project set to bring major traffic disruptions. Supporters say it’s a safety upgrade for big rigs, but critics question the need, arguing the stretch is already safe and the funds could be better spent elsewhere—especially since cyclists already have better options. The debate boils down to priorities: is this the right use of taxpayer dollars when other Vermont roads might benefit more? The project moves forward, but the conversation about its value is far from over. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/02f350058e553f35