I think it comes down to how citizens act/react: before the build, more were for than against.  In wanting jobs, they shouted down those who did their homework. 
Then govmnt--in taking its marching orders from those who make money from workers working--lets the whole job become an embarrassing boondoggle, from overruns to outdated technology. 
The Mayor's personal desire for powerbroker approval was so evident before his getting into office, that those voting citizens have to take some blame on the chin. 
With the way our information system has hashtagged everyone, why can't we just have those who voted for Caldwell shell out the significant amount due for rail finish. [point being: do homework before checking a name]