After so many years of discussion, argument, and finally tentative agreement, plans for the demolition of the much-maligned McCarthy Overpass and the subsequent reconstruction of that particular stretch of McGrath Highway are now fully under development thanks to funding secured by MassDOT.

The plans call for extensive renovation of the roadway, inclusion of bike lanes and lots of greenery to help beautify the area.

Long considered a terrible eyesore and a serious hazard to the community, the overpass will be completely removed to make way for the new roadway and its immediate environs.

Those eager to see these changes should not hold their breath while the program unfolds. It has been announced that actual demolition of the overpass and the beginning of construction is not expected to commence for another four years while project planners shore up the details and come to a final plan of action.

Even though the consensus of opinion would seem to support the current proposal, questions remain regarding timelines, costs, and the optimal configuration of the new roadway. It is certain that much discussion, including input from those affected in and around the community, will be forthcoming.

How will the reconstruction process affect the surrounding community? Will there be intolerable noise pollution? How will vehicular traffic be affected? These and other questions will need to be answered as the process moves along.

Still, on the whole it looks like good things are coming to McGrath.