Prince William County Supervisor Yesli Vega (center)[Yesli Vega/Facebook]The future of the long-debated Route 28 Bypass Project has come under scrutiny once again, as Supervisor Yesli Vega expressed a lack of confidence in its viability during a December 2024 Prince William Board of County Supervisors meeting. Vega directed county staff to draft a resolution for the board to formally consider canceling and closing out the county’s involvement in the project, expected to cost more than $300 million -- a massive amount for a local road project.
“The Route 28 Bypass Project is a major regional transportation project administered by Prince William County. While I acknowledge and appreciate all the planning, design, engineering, and community engagement that has occurred across multiple jurisdictions, I no longer have confidence the project is viable or maintains the necessary support to move forward,” Vega stated.
The proposed resolution, presented at an upcoming board meeting, aims to allow the board to deliberate openly and determine the next steps for the controversial project.
