Idaho Governor Brad Little has given his support, and most of the Boise City Council has also. There is still a lot to work out before the fast passenger train rides become a reality but at this point it does look like it will happen.
After hours of negative testimony and pleading from nearby residents the City vote was tied. When this happens the Boise Mayor has to be the tie breaker. Mayor Lauren McLean voted for the project, breaking the tie and accepting the proposal to build. Boise Mayor McLean knows that the city is in need of more housing and fast.