Gateway Tunnel Commission CEO Recovering After Health Scare

Gateway Development Commission manager, who is developing the multibillion-dollar Hudson River train tunnel, is recovering from a heart attack. Authorities await CEO Tom Prendergast’s return from medical leave.

Gateway Hudson River Tunnel leader Prendergast had a heart attack this week. Commission spokesperson: He is “doing well” and recovering. The statement thanked transportation sector colleagues and partners for their concern and assistance.

The Gateway Hudson River Tunnel, a major US infrastructure project, would improve the New Jersey-New York City train route. State and federal transportation organizations favor it because it improves commuter traffic and the Northeast Corridor train system.

While Prendergast is abroad, commission officials insist massive project operations and planning are on track. Internal teams collaborate with state and federal partners to meet funding and construction deadlines.

After decades in rail and public transit, former MTA chairman Tom Prendergast is respected. The Gateway Development Commission under his direction overcame complex financial, engineering, and regulatory difficulties associated to the renowned tunnel project.

Industry observers and colleagues expect Prendergast to swiftly recover and stabilize project oversight. Officials work on the Gateway tunnel to preserve New York-New Jersey rail service while its CEO rests to improve his health.

Sources
Gateway Development Commission statement
Public reports from commission spokesperson
General background on Gateway Tunnel project