拉斐特的 I-49 连接器项目在成本上升、时间漫长以及对当地需求资金的担忧下面临怀疑。 Lafayette's I-49 Connector project faces skepticism amid rising costs, lengthy timeline, and concerns over funding for local needs.

Lafayette I -49连接项目旨在提升Evangeline Thruway, 并将其纳入州际系统, Lafayette's I-49 Connector project aims to elevate Evangeline Thruway and integrate it into the interstate system, targeting neighborhood revitalization. 然而,费用概算从9亿美元增加到20亿美元,而且时间很长,长达20至30年,这引起了居民的怀疑。 However, increasing cost estimates—rising from $900 million to $2 billion—and a lengthy timeline of 20-30 years have raised skepticism among residents. 批评者认为,这转移了当地紧急需要的资金,而支持者则看到经济增长的潜力。 Critics argue it diverts funds from urgent local needs, while supporters see potential for economic growth. 10月7日的公开会议将讨论《经济行动计划》。 A public meeting on October 7 will discuss the Economic Action Plan.